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  • Tuesday, 8 October, 2024
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    New regulations governing fund ratings will help, but there are other ways to navigate the confusion

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    Groups managing more than $13tn cite ‘economic imperative’ of finding ways to reduce superbugs’ spread

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    Sector’s shares have soared and asset managers in debate on whether investing in it can be seen as sustainable

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    Experts warn of ties between Big Tech and philanthropic bodies with groups that set corporate climate standards

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    The likelihood of a divided government means climate policies would require bipartisan support

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    Support on votes has been dwindling among big money managers after reaching record levels just a few years ago

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