Kuwait’s ESG Mandate: A New Era for Companies in the region where ESG Reporting takes Centre Stage

ESG disclosure evolution in Kuwait: From Voluntary to Mandatory The global financial landscape is undergoing a profound transformation, with Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) considerations increasingly shaping investment decisions and regulatory frameworks. In alignment with this paradigm shift, Kuwait is taking decisive steps to integrate sustainability reporting into its capital markets showing an evolution from […]

Understanding Scope 4 Emissions: Unlocking the Value of Avoided Emissions in Climate Strategy

Introduction As the climate crisis intensifies, organizations are under mounting pressure to measure and manage their greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions with greater accuracy and accountability. The prevailing carbon accounting framework divides emissions into three scope emissions categories: Scope 1, Scope 2, and Scope 3. While this framework provides a comprehensive view of a company’s footprint, […]

Commodity Investing and ESG: Challenges and Opportunities of Integrating Sustainability in Commodity Portfolios

Commodity investing has long been a cornerstone of global financial markets, providing investors with opportunities to diversify portfolios, hedge against inflation, and gain exposure to raw materials that are fundamental to economic growth. However, the growing emphasis on Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) considerations has introduced a new dimension to commodity investing. Investors are increasingly […]