CFA Institute launches DEI code for investment sector

Six defining principles

Cristian Angeloni
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The CFA Institute has launched a code to boost diversity, equity and inclusion in the investment sector.

The UK iteration of the code followed the launch of its American and Canadian versions last year - which has been adopted by 160 companies so far - and will be available to investment organisations of any kind and size looking to accelerate change by fostering a commitment to DEI. Industry unites to back new LGBT hiring scheme Signatory firms will commit to six principles designed to implement greater inclusion of viewpoints, leading to better investment outcomes, working environments and positive change for future generations. The six principles are: Pipeline - extending the ...

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