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By Opalesque:

According to an updated report by K&L Gates, an American multinational corporation law firm, the complex global regulatory landscape for ESG (Environmental, Social, and Governance) investing strategies continues to evolve quickly.

The core challenge

Asset managers operating internationally face an increasingly difficult burden as different countries implement varied ESG regulations. While regulatory approaches differ significantly across jurisdictions, all share one universal principle: regulators want asset managers to "say what they do and do what they say." Some achieve this through specific ESG labelling requirements, while others rely on existing anti-fraud rules.

Recent global developments

The regulatory environment continues evolving rapidly since the last survey in April 2025:

United States: The regulatory climate has become more muted under new SEC leadership, which withdrew several ESG rule proposals. Twenty-five state financial officers requested major asset managers reaffirm their fiduciary commitments, while states continue adopting "anti-ESG" legislation. California maintains its climate risk reporting laws, effective January 1, 2026. Diminished market appetite for ESG strategies suggests continued regulatory restraint.

Asia-Pacific: Hong Kong and Singapore reported no significant updates. Japan's Financial Services Agency amended its Stewardship Code in June 2025, requiring asset owners to......................

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