Gina Gambetta

As hostility to corporate DE&I ramps up in the US, RI looks at how asset managers and pension funds are responding.

Filers say regulator has 'moved goalposts' for 2025 proxy season by rescinding Biden-era guidance and reviving rules put out under first Trump administration. 

Investors also push back at process, claiming the proxy adviser did not consult them on the decision.

Political situation will see investors give companies more flexibility on communication around sustainability efforts.

RI polls other proxy advisers on diversity; US pension fund considers rebranding DE&I report.

Lawyers predict wave of legal actions as US and global firms grapple with attacks on diversity programmes by new administration.

The latest ESG movers and shakers: Tuffley appointed CEO of Race to Belém; Handelsbanken CSO steps down.

Fast food giant also pushes back against transition and bitcoin proposals; Mondelez hit with nutrition ask by investor coalition.

Move comes as Morningstar reaffirms its membership to service provider alliance.

Despite looming Omnibus discussions, several countries have started work to implement the due diligence directive.