European companies flag heat costs in earnings
European companies have mentioned the effects of extreme heat, drought and wildfires on a record share of recent earnings calls, the Financial Times reported. Businesses are counting both costs and gains from the weather disruption, making heat a more visible operating risk rather than only a climate-policy issue.
Why it matters
Climate volatility is moving from sustainability reports into core financial guidance and investor expectations.
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Part of the August 16, 2026 brief.