IPSASB unveils the world's first dedicated climate reporting standard for governments and public bodies, mandating disclosures from 2028 to illuminate financial risks and opportunities.
Despite bearing the brunt of costly natural disasters, Asia-Pacific remains the world's least insured region, with a staggering $64 billion protection shortfall in 2024 alone, threatening economic stability and vulnerable communities.
The global professional services firm Aon posted a net income of $1.7 billion for the final quarter of 2025, fueled by robust growth in its commercial risk and reinsurance divisions, while full-year revenue climbed 9% to $17.2 billion.
Despite posting a quarterly loss in its core wood products unit amid 'extremely challenging' markets, Weyerhaeuser closed 2025 with strategic pivots. The forestry giant is doubling down on its land management and nascent 'Climate Solutions' business, while managing a disciplined capital return to shareholders.
While small-cap stocks can offer unique growth opportunities away from Wall Street's spotlight, their inherent risks demand careful scrutiny. We examine three companies where valuation concerns and competitive pressures suggest caution may be warranted.
Fast-fashion giant Shein has been compelled to alter its public climate commitments after a German environmental watchdog issued a formal warning over 'misleading' claims. The move highlights growing scrutiny of the industry's environmental footprint.
Aon plc (NYSE: AON) is in the spotlight following the launch of a major emerging markets climate transition fund with Irish Life Investment Managers. The move expands its sustainable investment footprint to over €1 billion as analysts scrutinize whether its current share price fully reflects future growth prospects amid a mixed performance backdrop.
A Boston woman's call to a popular finance show reveals a marriage buckling under the weight of multi-million dollar real estate debt and conflicting risk appetites, highlighting how financial discord can threaten relationships.
BeOne Medicines extends its collaboration with quantitative systems pharmacology firm InSysBio, aiming to optimize clinical trial dosing and mitigate cytokine release syndrome risks across its broad portfolio of 15 novel oncology assets.
As financial institutions grapple with aging core systems like Gen, experts warn that deferring modernization in hopes of a future AI fix is compounding costs, risks, and missed opportunities in a rapidly evolving digital landscape.
The Kospi index plunged over 5% in its sharpest drop since April, halting program trading and dragging down chip giants Samsung and SK Hynix. The selloff, fueled by global risk-off sentiment and doubts over AI spending, tests the resilience of one of the world's hottest equity markets.
Hitachi, Ltd. announces a ¥100 billion share repurchase and a sweeping leadership reshuffle across its core divisions, sharpening its focus on digital and AI-driven growth. While the move underscores a commitment to shareholder returns and a transformed future, analysts caution that execution risks and a premium valuation loom large.
While low-volatility stocks promise stability in turbulent markets, experts warn that their defensive appeal may mask underlying risks and missed opportunities for growth. We examine three such companies that investors might want to approach with caution.
Moody's Corporation bolsters its risk analytics arsenal with strategic acquisitions of Numerated Growth Technologies and CAPE Analytics, positioning itself at the center of a private credit market under the regulatory microscope.
Crude oil and gasoline prices advanced on Friday, supported by persistent geopolitical risks in the Middle East and ongoing supply constraints, though gains were tempered by a stronger dollar and diplomatic signals.
A new industry analysis reveals the apparel and textiles sector is falling dangerously behind on its climate commitments, with progress too slow to meet critical international targets.
Klarna Group confronts a wave of class action lawsuits alleging it downplayed rising loan loss risks in its buy-now-pay-later portfolio ahead of its 2025 NYSE debut. The legal challenges cast a shadow over the fintech's post-IPO performance and have sparked a broader debate about transparency in the rapidly growing BNPL sector.
A recent revision to RenaissanceRe Holdings' official price target has refocused market attention on the reinsurer, highlighting how evolving analyst assumptions—rather than a specific number—are reshaping the investment narrative around the stock.
Mid-cap companies offer a compelling blend of established operations and growth runway, but they navigate a perilous landscape between industry titans and agile disruptors. We examine three stocks where investor optimism may be overlooking critical challenges.
A stark new financial analysis warns that ocean warming and extreme weather could cost the seafood sector $15 billion annually by 2050, threatening food security and economies worldwide.
