Investors have become increasingly upbeat about the world’s path to recovery from the pandemic. Ironically, this optimism has fueled market trends that add uncertainty to the outlook. Bond yields remain […]
Covid 19 – Accelerating the work-life balance
The impact of coronavirus on our living choices may be less overt than on our working lives and shopping habits, but a shift is underway. The ‘nest’ became our safe […]
What is the Sustainable Finance Disclosure Regulation (SFDR)?
The Sustainable Finance Disclosure Regulation (SFDR) came into force on 10 March 2021. It is the first major milestone in the implementation of the EU’s sustainable finance regulatory framework which […]
The Evolution Of ESG
Responsible investing has a long history, gradually moving from just exclusions to more complex positive screening strategies aiming to support the environment and society. Faith-based communities have for thousands of […]
Will Inflation return?
Following the 2008 Financial Crisis, many predicted Quantitative Easing would cause hyper-inflation. The Fed boosted the Monetary Base by more than $3 trillion dollars during Quantitative Easing and the federal […]
Regulatory moves to create a legal framework for crypto-assets.
The opportunities offered by distributed ledger technology (DLT) and crypto-assets are enormous. They have the potential to transform an outdated financial system, particularly in cross-border payments, and to improve financial […]