Tag: coal

News November 20, 2019

The Next Buzzy Stocks Are … Utilities

T. Rowe Price says plodding sector is perking up, thanks to renewables.

Asset Allocation October 15, 2019

UN Pension Fund to Divest Coal

$68 billion defined benefit pension vows to be carbon free by 2020.

August 20, 2019

So What if Tax Breaks Are Cut for Wind and Solar Power?

Higher demand and other financial sources should fill the gap, eventually.

Risk June 21, 2019

Norway Approves Sovereign Wealth Fund Fossil Fuel Divestment

World’s largest pension fund will dump $13 billion worth of oil, gas, and coal investments.

Regulation April 11, 2019

Norway Reviews Ethical Guidelines

Government Pension Fund Global also introduces coal thresholds.

Risk March 22, 2019

BNP Paribas AM Plans New Coal Exclusion Policy

Guidelines intended to target thermal coal industry, align with Paris Agreement.

Asset Allocation March 22, 2018

Norges Bank Releases ESG Exclusions

Bank cuts companies that derive 30% income or power from coal.

Newsmakers June 9, 2017

CalSTRS to Divest from All Thermal Coal Holdings

Decision comes one year after divesting from US coal holdings.

Industry White Papers

The Power of Portfolio Flexibility Many investment managers apply strict portfolio constraints under the guise of risk management best practices. This paper examines the costs of those investment constraints and how an unconstrained investment approach can be key in generating long-term excess returns.

Quantitative Science—Actively Adding To Fixed Income Decisions Quantitative vs. active debate? This issue of Franklin Templeton Fixed Income Markets explains how our “active quant” approach sets us apart.

The Case for Greater China Exposure in Global Equity Portfolios Discover what makes China a compelling, stand-alone investment opportunity.

The China Position Gauging institutional investor confidence in their strategy for entering this growing market

Four strategies for investing in emerging markets Ways to manage your EM allocation, an out of favor, but still appealing asset class.

Brexit Implementation Guide How should investors consider positioning their portfolios?