News and CommentariesRussia’s invasion of Ukraine has put weapons makers back in responsible investment funds August 14, 2025August 14, 2025admin“Europe’s push to rebuild its defence sector is prompting some values-based investors to rethink military exclusions.” [COMMENTARY] This is my…Continue readingRussia’s invasion of Ukraine has put weapons makers back in responsible investment funds
News and CommentariesHow an ESG-focused asset manager makes assessments August 14, 2025admin“Companies in the U.S. need to understand that supporting or exacerbating inequalities or raising social risks have real implications across…Continue readingHow an ESG-focused asset manager makes assessments
News and CommentariesAI and Ethics: A Double-Edged Sword for Wealth Management August 4, 2025August 30, 2025admin“As AI becomes embedded in wealth management, ethical concerns around bias, transparency, and data privacy are surfacing that advisors and…Continue readingAI and Ethics: A Double-Edged Sword for Wealth Management
News and CommentariesGreen Bonds Crucial for Climate Finance but Face Multiple Challenges: IEEFA August 4, 2025admin“According to IEEFA, green bonds represented only 3% of the global bond market in 2024, with annual issuance crossing USD…Continue readingGreen Bonds Crucial for Climate Finance but Face Multiple Challenges: IEEFA
News and Commentaries75% of 401(k) Participants Want Sustainable Investing, But Most Don’t Know It’s an Option: Morgan Stanley August 4, 2025admin“1) 75% of 401(k) participants express interest in sustainable investing, but only 36% are aware of relevant plan options. 2)…Continue reading75% of 401(k) Participants Want Sustainable Investing, But Most Don’t Know It’s an Option: Morgan Stanley
E-NewsletterJuly 2025 Newsletter July 30, 2025adminNews & Commentaries by Ron Robins ————————————————————- New July Podcasts: 12 Articles With Great ESG Stock Picks Two Eminent ESG…Continue readingJuly 2025 Newsletter
News and CommentariesCan investors earn more by looking to ESG investments in 2025? July 29, 2025July 29, 2025admin“Is it possible for investors to earn more money by emphasising environmental, social, and governance investing in their portfolios? It…Continue readingCan investors earn more by looking to ESG investments in 2025?
News and CommentariesThe Cost of Conflict: Assessing Financial and Reputational Risks for Investors in the Gaza Conflict July 29, 2025admin“Companies like Caterpillar (bulldozers) and Amazon AWS (surveillance) face lawsuits, shareholder activism, and ethical scrutiny over alleged war crime ties.”…Continue readingThe Cost of Conflict: Assessing Financial and Reputational Risks for Investors in the Gaza Conflict
PodcastsPodcast: 12 Articles With Great ESG Stock Picks July 25, 2025admin12 Articles With Great ESG Stock Picks. Includes the terrific Humankind ranking, top infrastructure, lithium mining, and AI stock picks.…Continue readingPodcast: 12 Articles With Great ESG Stock Picks
News and CommentariesIn Periods Including Market Stress, ESG Provides Protection, Sustainalytics Study Shows July 20, 2025admin“Firms with lower ESG risk demonstrate greater financial resilience, particularly during periods of heightened market uncertainty.” [COMMENTARY] This study is…Continue readingIn Periods Including Market Stress, ESG Provides Protection, Sustainalytics Study Shows