Invesco names new head of UK distribution as Alexander Miller leaves after 23 years, while in the US, Janus Henderson replaces a retiring head of retail. Plus, it’s all change in Singapore.
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COP27: $120bn ‘shovel-ready’ projects are ready for investment, says Ninety One
Wednesday was finance day at COP27. Amplify spoke to Ninety One’s sustainability specialist, who reflected on how the private and public sectors must cooperate, and the clash between politics, history and the present-day emergency.
COP27: ESG leaders reflect on a year of little progress
As world leaders gather for the latest UN climate conference, we hear from ESG heads on the difficulties asset managers have faced in adapting over the past 12 months.
Know more and stop calling: What selectors want from sales
Selectors opened up to Amplify about their relationships with salespeople: from their pet peeves to their favourite approaches.
Sales moves: John Hancock distribution chief departs
Citywire Amplify can reveal that Todd Casler has left John Hancock Investments after 16 years. Elsewhere, Ninety One has grown its US office and BNPP has made a passive push.
European news roundup: Schroders’ private equity party lands in Italy
Three news stories from the European fund scene, including a deal to give Fundsmith distribution services across the continent.
ESG regulator to industry: Mind your language and provide evidence
The Financial Conduct Authority has greenwashers and buzzword jockeys in its crosshairs.
How Natixis IM is bringing underprivileged schoolkids into the industry
Natixis Investment Managers’ head of diversity, Charlene Sagoe, tells Amplify about the group’s scholarship programme.
Sales moves: Allspring names US distribution head
Asset managers in the US and Europe have been making numerous distribution hires, including Robeco, which has given the returning Alexander Preininger a global role.