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22 Sep

2025

ESG for banks: Prudential constraint or strategic lever?

Robin Wolf

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A dilemma at the heart of the transition Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) criteria have become a central issue for banks today. Yet, their role has never seemed more uncertain. In an international climate marked by the hardening of political debates and the withdrawal of key players from certain climate coalitions, ESG has… Continue reading →

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ESG for banks: Prudential constraint or strategic lever?