19 States, Sierra Club Have Common Dispute: SEC’s Climate Disclosure Rule
Republican state attorneys general and the environmental advocacy group are, for different reasons, suing the SEC to overturn its recent...
Tag: ESG
401(k) Litigation Continues At ‘Fever Pitch’
Euclid Fiduciary’s litigation summary shows a dip in lawsuits in 2023, but signs of an uptick this year.
House Judiciary Committee Issues Subpoenas to BlackRock, State Street for ESG Documents
The Republican-controlled committee alleges collusive behavior against the fossil fuel industry by asset managers participating in climate-related initiatives.
Shareholder Rights, ESG Rules Begin Friday
The new rule will permit the use of ESG considerations in exercising of shareholder rights.
Biden Expected to Sign Continuing Resolution
The resolution would prevent a government shutdown and keep the DOL funded through February 2.
House Republicans Propose Budget Bill That Would Repeal DOL Rules
Budget proposal for the DOL would prevent the regulator from implementing its ESG rule, independent contractor status and proposals on...
Navigating ESG: Surveying the Landscape
Knowledge about ESG, integration and greenwashing remains low, according to experts at a PLANADVISER event.
Navigating ESG: Forward Thinking
Panelists discuss how new ESG issues will inform investors’ focus and opportunities going forward.
Assessing Regulations and Best Practices for ESG Investing
ESG experts discuss the current regulatory and business landscapes regarding ESG reporting and investing.
CFA Releases New Definitions for Sustainable Investing
Terminology intended to create system to communicate responsible investment practices accurately and consistently, according to CFA.
House Republicans Subpoena ESG Advocates
The Judiciary Committee has called the CEO of As You Sow to testify in December.
State AGs Appeal Dismissal of Suit Challenging DOL’s ESG Rule
The Department of Labor’s defense continues on two tracks, one in Wisconsin, and 2another in the 5th Circuit.
New Speaker Mike Johnson Remains an Enigma to Retirement Industry
Having served on unrelated committees, Johnson’s legislative record on retirement issues is rather thin.
Morningstar: ESG Integration Growing Among Institutional Asset Owners
The 2023 Voice of the Asset Owner survey probes views on developing ESG investment strategies.
Judge Upholds DOL ESG Rule
A Texas judge, appointed during the Trump administration, ruled that the DOL does not violate ERISA by permitting ESG in...
Funds’ Portfolios Must Reflect Their Name, SEC Says
New rule means funds will have to derive 80% of their value from investments related to their official names.
American Airlines Asks Judge to Toss 401(k) ESG Complaint
The airline's motion maintains that former pilot has no standing in ESG investing lawsuit, including an amended complaint that sought...
House Republicans Look to Repeal DOL Rule Permitting ESG in Retirement Plans
As the House of Representatives returned this week, it wasted no time proposing new bills targeting ESG investing.
May Climate Funds Be Used in DC Plan Menus?
Yes, as long as they don’t come at the cost of participants’ investment outcomes, according to Wagner Law Group.
American Airlines ESG Lawsuit May Move Ahead, According to Court Filing
A judge overseeing the complaint brought by a former pilot has set a potential trial date; the airline has said...