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Pioneering Framework: DBS, OCBC, and UOB, in partnership with CISL, release an industry-first study to assess nature-related financial risks, focusing on the food and agriculture sector. Strategic Sector Focus: The study highlights palm oil as a pilot case to evaluate biodiversity loss, droughts, and ecosystem degradation impacts on credit risk. Call to Action: Findings underscore the need for better data, localized analysis, and collaboration to integrate nature risks into corporate lending strategies. In an unprecedented industry collaboration, DBS, OCBC, and UOB, with support from the Monetary Authority of Singapore (MAS), have launched a report to help banks assess the financial…

Crude oil markets endured a sharp four-day selloff from June 22-26, driven by collapsing geopolitical risk premiums and mounting global supply. The steep decline wiped out nearly all the gains from mid-June’s heightened Middle East tensions, as traders recalibrated around fresh supply-side realities and emerging demand concerns.Iran-Israel Ceasefire Removes Key Supply RiskOil’s abrupt decline was catalyzed by a ceasefire agreement between Israel and Iran, announced late Monday by U.S. President Donald Trump. Though Israel accused Iran of violating terms shortly after, the truce held. For traders, this effectively neutralized the immediate threat of disruption to Persian Gulf flows, particularly through…

(Oil Price) – Global energy demand rose by 2% last year with all sources of energy seeing upticks, the Energy Institute said in the latest edition of its annual Statistical Review of World Energy, previously compiled by BP. Oil, gas, and coal consumption increased modestly, at 1%, with oil demand specifically falling in China, by 1.2%. Global bas demand, however, expanded by 2.5%, the Energy Institute reported, while India saw a substantial increase in coal demand. Now, the subcontinent consumes as much coal as the former Soviet Union, now known as the Commonwealth of Independent States, Southern and Central America, North America, and…

Extension Requested: SBF urges a 1–2 year delay for smaller SGX-listed firms to comply with ISSB climate disclosure standards. Low Readiness: Only 4% of firms surveyed feel prepared for the 2025 deadline, citing lack of resources and systems. Supportive Measures Proposed: SBF calls for proportional standards, tailored guidance, and a centralised data platform. The Singapore Business Federation (SBF) is calling for a 12- to 24-month extension of mandatory climate-related disclosures under the ISSB framework for smaller firms listed on the Singapore Exchange (SGX). The current rule requires all listed companies to begin reporting in line with ISSB standards for financial…

  The United States signed an agreement with China on Wednesday that should speed up shipments of rare earths, a White House official said on Thursday. ‘Should’ is the key word there, as there is serious concern that Beijing will continue to comply – slowly – with their trade deal. Indeed, there are signs that many carmakers and other companies in the US waiting to receive rare earths – and even Trump Administration officials – are far from certain that Beijing will expedite its exports. Call it revenge, tit for tat, or what you like. That’s because Western companies have…

Fund exceeds €450M target due to strong investor demand for authentic, sustainability-led investment strategies. Targets European small caps (revenues up to €150M) aligned with environmental sustainability trends. Initial deployment led from Milan and Paris, with expansion planned across all Ambienta offices. Ambienta SGR S.p.A., a leading European asset manager focused on environmental sustainability, has closed its small cap strategy with commitments totaling approximately €500 million—surpassing its original €450 million target. The oversubscription reflects strong investor confidence in Ambienta’s science-based approach and long-term sustainability thesis. The strategy will back established European small cap companies (revenues up to €150 million) whose business…

A coalition of civil society groups is calling for the UK government to be suspended from a key global body that oversees how oil and gas companies are run.The campaigners said Keir Starmer’s Labour party had overseen a “fossil fuel-sponsored crackdown” on peaceful protest and direct action in the UK since it came to power last year.They argued that these measures – which have led to a record number of peaceful climate activists beng jailed – were incompatible with the UK’s continued membership of the Extractive Industries Transparency Initiative (EITI), an organisation that brings together governments, companies and civil society…

CBAM Compliance Simplified: New automation tools enable accurate, auditable emissions reporting and EU-aligned submissions. Sustainability-Linked Planning: Enhanced analytics link ESG strategy to financial outcomes for smarter, forward-looking decision-making. AI-Driven Insights: Forecasting and detection capabilities powered by AI identify risks, optimize planning, and improve regulatory readiness. Wolters Kluwer has expanded its CCH® Tagetik ESG & Sustainability platform with two targeted solutions: one to support compliance with the EU’s Carbon Border Adjustment Mechanism (CBAM) and another to integrate ESG data into enterprise-wide planning and performance analytics. “Companies are seeking transformative technologies to enable them to predict, plan and act on both financial…

Santos has granted exclusive due diligence access for six weeks to the consortium led by Abu Dhabi’s ADNOC that has made an $18.7 billion non-binding takeover bid for the Australian energy giant. Santos, which earlier this month received – and plans to accept – the offer, has now entered into a process and exclusivity deed with XRG, a subsidiary of Abu Dhabi National Oil Company and lead investor of a consortium including Abu Dhabi Development Holding Company and Carlyle, the Australian gas giant said on Friday. The XRG Consortium has submitted a non-binding indicative proposal to acquire 100% of the issued shares…

Slovenia’s inaugural €1B sustainability-linked bond aligns with emissions-reduction goals set for 2030. Coupon rate adjusts based on success or failure to meet climate targets. Strong investor demand: order book exceeds €6.5B with broad international participation. Slovenia has launched its first sustainability-linked bond, raising €1 billion to support its environmental and climate objectives. The 10-year bond, maturing on 2 July 2035, carries a coupon rate of 3.125%. “This issuance demonstrates Slovenia’s commitment to developing the sustainable finance market and diversifying its investor base,” the Treasury said. It also reinforces Slovenia’s pledge to reduce greenhouse gas emissions in line with global climate…