Latest Supply chain finance News: Finextra Research

BlackRock recommends a common language for sustainable investing

Hot on the heels of BlackRock CEO Larry Fink’s letter warning global chief executives of climate change market risk, the world’s largest fund manager has released a summary of recommendations for sustainable investment.

28 January 2020

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Davos 2020: Financial inclusion and fintech is key to meeting the UN SDGs

While technology has yet again been a central topic of discussion at this year’s World Economic Forum in Davos, Switzerland, there has also been a determined focus on fintech and how financial inclusion is key to meeting the UN’s Sustainable Development Goals by 2030.

22 January 2020

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Tradeshift closes in on $240m funding

Supply chain finance outfit Tradeshift is closing in on a $240 million equity and debt funding round as it seeks to hit profitability in the "near future".

14 January 2020

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Standard Chartered invests in Chinese supply chain finance platform Linklogis

Standard Chartered has made a strategic investment in Chinese blockchain-enabled supply chain financing platform Linklogis. Terms of the deal were not disclosed.

10 January 2020

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Deutsche Bank: China’s BRI is fundamental for sustainable finance

In a report released today, Deutsche Bank responds to client demand for a guide to the Silk Road, otherwise known as China’s Belt and Road Initiative (BRI) and the opportunities it presents to incorporate sustainable development and low-carbon practices.

11 December 2019

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SustainableFinance.Live: Beyond ‘greenwashed’ ideas and toward tangible results

After a morning of keynotes and ‘speed dating’ roundtable sessions, SustainableFinance.Live attendees broke out into whiteboard sessions where they learned by doing, workshopping scenarios to create tangible results.

06 December 2019

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Disclosing sustainability does not guarantee sustainability

81% of banks are disclosing information on progressive climate-related public policy. According to a report by Boston Common Asset Management, this is a slight increase from 71% in 2018.

05 December 2019

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Standardised data reporting is the lynchpin for future of sustainable finance

In a recent survey by State Street Global Advisors, 52% of European investors cited regulation as the key driver toward ESG adoption. Yet, despite attempts to introduce regulatory requirements, a lack of standardisation in reporting obligations is proving a significant challenge towards achieving meaningful progress.

26 November 2019

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The impact of climate risk on investment decisions and disclosure law

Climate change is predicted to cost 200 of the world’s largest companies $1 trillion over the next five years, according to a survey conducted by the charity CDP. But should the financial services industry be concerned? The answer is yes and for two fundamental reasons: the impact on investment and disclosure laws.

21 November 2019

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De-risking sustainable reporting of commercial banking data

While the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) set by the United Nations General Assembly for 2030 are ambitious, the financial services industry will play a crucial role in supporting countries with implementing new approaches to build momentum and accelerate progress.

12 November 2019

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Banks must adopt decarbonisation strategy ahead of imminent climate crisis

The influx of green banking initiatives and risk management tools has done little to remedy the expansion of fossil fuel financing and commercial attitudes remain unchanged as we move forward towards what is now a climate crisis, according to Boston Common Asset Management’s 2019 report.

11 November 2019

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SustainableFinance.Live - a new event series

Finextra Research and ResponsibleRisk are collaborating with change agents in the sustainable finance arena to showcase a programme of content, workshops and conferences.

08 November 2019

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Mastercard launches payment on delivery service for businesses

Mastercard is working with PNC Bank to pilot a system that lets businesses pay suppliers in real-time when receiving goods or services.

21 October 2019

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Citi partners with WorldLink to enhance supply chain offering

Citi’s Treasury and Trade Solutions (TTS) has strengthened supplier finance offerings in partnership with the bank's internal platform WorldLink, allowing clients to transact and settle across multiple major currencies in the US with plans to expand globally.

21 October 2019

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Barclaycard Commercial Payments hub aims to smooth procurement process

As businesses become increasingly concerned with paying their suppliers on time, Barclaycard Commercial Payments has launched an online hub designed to smooth the process.

03 October 2019

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Climate related risk management is now a ‘must-have’

On day two of the World Conference of Banking Institutes, executive director – business development of the Abu Dhabi Global Market Steve Barnett opened sessions with a focus on sustainability in emerging markets and explored how education is a core pillar when ensuring commitment to environmental, social, and governance (ESG) initiatives.

17 September 2019

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Banks back pilot bidding to unlock finance for sustainability in supply chains

Several major banks, including Barclays and Standard Chartered, have joined a pilot using blockchain technology to improve the sustainability of global supply chains.

17 September 2019

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Swift publishes new API standard

Banking cooperative Swift has published a new API standard for the pre-authorisation of funds in its latest bid to bring more efficiency to open banking in Europe.

05 September 2019