report about investing ethically
Responsible investing is expanding rapidly as investors weigh climate risk, long‑term returns and reputational impact, despite a political backlash against ESG principles
Experts explain how to assess ESG preferences, avoid greenwashing and choose funds that genuinely support sustainable outcomes
New data from Europe and the US shows responsible investing remains resilient, with ESG funds delivering returns close to traditional portfolios despite market pressures
Data centres are consuming rising amounts of energy and water, raising concerns for climate goals. Investors are assessing the risks
The United Nations-supported PRI initiative offers a menu of actions for managing money ethically and sustainably
The market and regulators are making it easier to maximise yields while reducing social and environmental risks
Despite US pushback and green energy’s fluctuating fortunes, ESG isn’t dead – it’s just growing up
Commission denies move is rollback on climate commitments, while expert says sustainable finance remains a critical piece of the jigsaw
With a plethora of product categories, it can be challenging for investors to understand what is in their funds
Begin your ethical investing journey by identifying the specific issues or causes that matter most to you
Top ESG-rated companies shown to outperform others but fund strategy must meet investors' financial needs
The fact that more than half of global GDP depends on materials and processes provided by nature means responsible investment makes economic sense
Oil companies may not in fact be in any rush to increase production, while renewables have become more cost competitive
Responsible investment is a broad spectrum – the key for investors is to be clear about what they are looking for
Copperfastening credibility has been a factor in the growth in popularity of bonds directed at sustainability
Sustainable investment has reached a record €5.2 trillion in the EU – but some funds are greener than others
Growth in socially responsible investment is only going to increase as new standards bring transparency and consistency
Europe is feeling the effects of US pushback against responsible investment but in the long run SRI is a no brainer
The EU’s new green bond standard is tied to environmentally friendly activities but there may sustainable alternatives
Differing ESG and sustainability reporting criteria makes assessing a company’s credentials hard for non-professionals
Measuring and monitoring sustainability data in standardised ways builds trust and cuts greenwashing
What is ethical investing and who benefits from it?
The attractiveness of the green bond market is evidenced by the issuance of €77 billion in new bonds in the first two months of 2023 alone
The performance of green investments in 2022 has shown the importance of a diversified, more inclusive approach in building balanced portfolios
The growing demand for green investment products is finally being matched by supply,
In recent years there has been significant global growth in ESG investing underpinned by both a strong investment case and a strong regulatory agenda.
How companies are embedding corporate sustainability into their strategies
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