Financial markets place a value on a whole host of different elements, such as economic growth, business robustness and management quality. Over the years, in addition to these purely economic factors, consideration has also been given to ESG (“Environmental, Social, Governance”) criteria, allowing investors to opt for investments that are sustainable from an environmental, social and governance perspective. These criteria have become essential for companies, as ignoring or overlooking them could pose serious economic and/or reputational risks.
Other instruments available to investors who are mindful and cognisant of the issue of sustainability are SRI (“Socially Responsible Investing”) funds, which apply a more selective investment philosophy, taking ethical and moral factors into account in the overall assessment of an investment.
Investors are becoming increasingly sensitive to these aspects and how they help create a positive impact on society and the economy... Read more >>
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