The June 2025 issue of SFF Magazine is already out ! Click on the following link to read and/or download the PDF version.
ESG 2.0: Sustainable reversal in the era of the Omnibus Directive
From metrics to meaning: the new era of sustainability reporting
Against a European backdrop marked by the entry into force of the European Accessibility Act (EAA) on 28 June, the ONCE Foundation, the European Accessibility Resource Centre - AccessibleEU and the European Banking Federation (EBF) are organising a key event on 1 July in Brussels…
Spanish voices and connections at Baker McKenzie LuxembourgAt Baker McKenzie Luxembourg, diversity is not merely a value; it is an integral part of our daily operations. Within our multicultural team, the presence of Spanish and Hispanophone colleagues significantly contributes to our identity and practices. We…
The regulatory framework surrounding sustainable finance is entering a new phase. With the introduction of the Omnibus Directive, ESG (Environmental, Social and Governance) policies are being redefined in ways that promise both greater clarity and deeper complexity. As markets, institutions, and regulators adjust to this shifting landscape, the concept of ESG itself is undergoing a profound transformation—one that demands a reassessment of priorities, metrics, and implementation strategies.
This dossier, presented in the June 2025 edition of SFF Magazine, explores the emerging contours of what has been termed “ESG 2.0.” Through contributions from member firms of the SFF, it offers a multifaceted view of sustainable investment in this new regulatory era. The articles reflect on the evolving expectations for transparency, accountability, and long-term impact, while also considering the paradoxes and practical challenges that arise from increasingly ambitious ESG objectives.
As the financial sector seeks to reconcile purpose with performance, this collection aims to contribute to a more informed and constructive dialogue around the future of sustainability in European and global markets.
At Allfunds, we believe that sustainability and finance must go hand in hand. As the European regulatory landscape evolves rapidly, staying informed is not just a matter of compliance, but of strategic advantage.As a European leader in WealthTech solutions, Allfunds has spent over two decades…
Introduction: the EU as an ambitious sustainable investment hubWith the launch of the European Green Deal in 2019, the European Union (EU) set its commitment to address climate change and promote sustainability. Since then, the EU has been at the forefront of regulatory innovation, striving…
Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) investing is undergoing a profound transformation. The days of overloading investors with dense metric-heavy disclosures are giving way to a more sophisticated, strategic approach. The industry is shifting towards a more nuanced strategy: an approach centred on data quality and…
In the section “Women who Inspire: Finance” of this new edition of SFF Magazine, we interviewed Elisa Alonso Sanz, Chief Executive Officer at Kneip. This section aims to give visibility to women professionals who lead and develop their careers in the financial sector in Luxembourg. Thus,…
On February 3 the Luxembourg tax authority (LTA) issued a new version of Circular L.I.R. No. 164/1, which addresses the determination of interest rates for debit current accounts held by shareholders or partners of entities subject to corporateincome tax.[1] The 2025 update introduces new benchmarks…
Unit-linked policies are life-assurance-based savings products in which contributions are invested in a portfolio of financial assets selected according to the client’s risk profile and chosen strategy. It is both a life assurance product and a savings solution.As it is a life assurance policy, the…
"The creation of this new office in Luxembourg has been encouraged by our clients; they are satisfied with Cecabank and want us to join them in the Grand Duchy. Among the reasons, Cecabank is an institution with a high level of solvency, experience and expertise,…
Luxembourg has positioned itself as the main European hub for investment funds and a world leader in the cross-border distribution of investment funds. According to Morningstar Direct, the assets of Spanish and Andorran firms in Luxembourg amounted to 26,649 million euros as of 31 May…
Expanding Alternative Investment Opportunities Luxembourg-based Antwort Capital, a feeder platform for qualified investors specializing in providing access to top-tier private market funds, has achieved a significant milestone by obtaining its Alternative Investment Fund Manager (AIFM) license in July 2024. The license granted by the Luxembourg's financial…
