“Symbiotics 10th edition MIV Survey reports 20% growth per annum of global microfinance fundsl” – Symbiotics – September 12, 2016
On September 12, 2016 Symbiotics announced the publication of the 10th annual edition of the Symbiotics Microfinance Investment Vehicles (MIV) Survey. According to Symbiotics, “(t)his unique study provides asset managers, investors and academia alike with the latest information of most of the world’s microfinance fund activity in emerging markets. This year’s key findings include: The […]
“S&P lays out plans for green bond and ESG market tools” – Business Green – September 9, 2016
On September 9, 2016 Business Green reported that S&P has launched plans for the Green Bond Evaluation Tool, which “would identify projects that aim to reduce greenhouse gas emissions or mitigate the impact of natural catastrophes.” According the article, S&P has also launched a proposal for an Environmental, Social and Govenrance (ESG) Assessment Tool. “S&P […]