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The US Federal Reserve has fired its last round of ammunition, cutting interest rates to zero, in a move that continues to see it play from the monetary policy songbook. Some market commentators doubt whether it will be enough to prop up markets, raising the question of whether it is finally time for a more coordinated fiscal and monetary policy approach.
Sovereign Wealth Funds Emerging from the Financial Crisis
Drawing on the expertise of our leading authorities on sovereign wealth funds (SWFs), this Vision paper assesses the implications of the financial crisis on SWFs, examining how the crisis has altered public perception, challenges posed and how SWFs might engage in the debate over a new financial world order. Click here to download the report
COP26 – What to expect
This session looks at the areas of focus for the meeting and how within the short term focus of this COVID-19 crisis we can mobilise government, business and investors into action around the important issue of climate change.
COVID-19 impact far from over
New research looking at the impact of COVID-19 under different scenarios – from opening of economies to no vaccine – suggests the economic consequences of COVID-19 under all scenarios is substantial and the ongoing economic adjustment is far from over.
Slavery victims look to financial world
Speaking at the PRI in Person in Paris in a panel to highlight the role of finance in addressing social issues, Ghanaian James Kofi Annan, sold into slavery at the age of six, told his story.
Real estate’s net zero challenge
Real estate accounts for nearly 40 per cent of energy-related carbon emissions but cutting emissions to net zero in the sector is highly complex. Investors should focus instead on cutting emissions by refurbishing properties and avoiding new builds.
Net zero America
With a massive, nationwide effort the United States could reach net zero emissions of greenhouse gases by 2050 using existing technology and at costs aligned with historical spending on energy.
Sustainability Digital – Sept 2021