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35 - Greenwashing no more
The growing scrutiny on Asset Managers’ sustainability claims

Give me the money, I will manage it!
First, the basics.
It is not rocket science to understand it, as it comes already with the name. Simply put, an asset manager is the person that manages your assets! 💰
Now, question: can investors still trust the sustainability promises of major asset managers?
Climate crisis, remember!
Everyone would love to make money and save the planet at the same time. Are those big asset manager doing their best?

Global asset management market size and growth - source GrandViewResearch
Well, a wave of regulatory crackdowns is exposing how some firms have overstated their ESG credentials, leading to significant fines and reputational damage.
With regulators like the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) and the European Securities and Markets Authority (ESMA) tightening the screws, the question is clear: will this scrutiny finally put an end to greenwashing, or will it simply drive it underground? Two days and new rules will be place, read below!
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