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SEC Votes on Climate Change. Plus, How is an ESG Fund Actually Built? 3/4/24

Mar 4, 2024
SEC votes on new rules for climate change disclosure, ESG fund construction methods explained. Market pricing complexities and speculative stock movements discussed, caution advised amidst rapid growth.
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  • SEC votes on new rules mandating climate change risk disclosure for US corporations.
  • ESG funds focus on environmental, social, and governance aspects, aligning with climate action strategies.

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SEC Chair Gensler's Controversial Climate Change Proposal

SEC Chair Gary Gensler is set to vote on a contentious proposal that would mandate corporate America to disclose material risks related to climate change. The rules require US corporations to publish emissions data, distinguishing between different emission types along their value chain. The outcome of the vote remains uncertain, with diverse industry feedback, raising concerns about regulatory burden and the potential for litigations.

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