Eurex implements global ESG investing with new MSCI index-based derivatives LeapRate

March 02, 2020 BY Steffy Bogdanova

Eurex implements global ESG investing with new MSCI index-based derivatives

The new futures using MSCI ESG Screened Indexes was introduced to start trading in time for the next roll in March. The futures covering USA, World, EM, EAFE and Japan/Growth in MSCI index-based derivatives driven by buy-side demand. In the spirit of responsible investing, Eurex supports asset managers in switching to sustainable investment by expanding…

February 10, 2020 BY Steffy Bogdanova

Eurex adds new ESG futures after successful first year of ESG trading

The international exchange, Eurex, announced the launch of STOXX USA 500 ESG-X Index futures. After a successful year of ESG trading, more and more investment companies are using ESG derivatives. The new futures contract will be a next step in supporting market participants in their sustainable investment strategies beyond Europe. The new STOXX USA 500…

February 07, 2020 BY Steffy Bogdanova

ESMA outlines its strategy on sustainable finance

The EU Markets regulator, European Securities and Markets Authority (ESMA), announced its Strategy on Sustainable Finance. The strategy reveals sustainability as the main goal for ESMA and sets out a plan to implement Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) factors in its work. The strategy reveals that the fundamental priorities of ESMA include transparency obligations, risk…

Thomson Reuters teams up with Seabury TFX to create new trade finance marketplace in Asia

May 18, 2017 BY Valentina Kirilova

Thomson Reuters boosts ESG data solutions in Eikon with SASB Materiality Framework application

Financial professionals using Thomson Reuters (NYSE:TRI) has enriched its environmental, social and governance (ESG) capabilities with the addition of the Insight360 SASB Edition, an app that gives the buy-side the ability to leverage the Sustainability Accounting Standards Board’s (SASB) Materiality Framework to identify investment opportunities and manage risks with near real-time ESG data. Developed by…

April 18, 2017 BY Valentina Kirilova

Energy Services Group completes acquisition of UK-based Utiligroup

Energy Services Group, LLC (ESG), the retail energy industry provider of SaaS solutions including transaction management (EDI), billing and CIS, wholesale energy services, and sales and pricing, announced today it has acquired UK-based Utiligroup. The combination will enable local and global energy resellers across North America, the UK and Japan to offer business and residential…

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