Vanguard’s antitrust coal settlement and what it signals for ESG litigation

Vanguard’s antitrust coal settlement and what it signals for ESG litigation

The asset manager’s move to settle litigation with 11 Republican-led states represents “a significant development,” according to a Shinder Cantor Lerner attorney, but “is hard to interpret.”

Murrill announces agreement with Vanguard over ESG policies

(By Chris Dickerson, Legal NewsWire, via The Center Square) – Louisiana Attorney General Liz Murrill has announced a first-of-its kind settlement with The Vanguard Group regarding its ESG policies. In 2024, Louisiana and 13 other states filed a lawsuit against major investment firms Blackrock, State Street and Vanguard alleging the firms used their ownership interests in major coal […] The post Murrill announces agreement with Vanguard over ESG …

Murrill announces agreement with Vanguard over ESG policies - Regional Media News

Louisiana Attorney General Liz Murrill has announced a first-of-its kind settlement with The Vanguard Group regarding its ESG policies. In 2024, Louisiana and 13 other states filed a lawsuit against major investment firms Blackrock, State Street and Vanguard alleging the firms used their ownership interests in major coal producers to manipulate the price of coal and gain undue profits by decreasing coal production under the guise of environmenta…