HSBC AM's 'head of irresponsible investment' condemned over climate speech

James Baxter-Derrington
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HSBC headquarters, London | Credit: HSBC
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HSBC headquarters, London | Credit: HSBC

Experts slam 'totally bizarre' analysis that rejected the idea investors should worry about climate risks

A presentation given by Stuart Kirk, global head of responsible investing at HSBC Asset Management, has been called into question by figures across the industry. In the speech, Kirk questioned whether...

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