Category: News and Commentaries

“To summarize, the analysis found that companies with higher initial ESG ratings experience greater subsequent stability of dividends and a…Continue readingCan High ESG Ratings Help Sustain Dividend Growth?

“Rather than proposing improved definitions and metrics based on better data, The Economist argues that ‘it is better to focus…Continue readingOn ESG Investing, The Economist Offers The Right Diagnosis But A Faulty Prescription.

“A high sustainability rating does not necessarily equate to real sustainability impact (and profit).” [COMMENTARY]The article’s authors suggest that “investors…Continue readingDoing Good: Where Sustainable Investing Gets It Wrong.

“‘Is it possible for companies to effectively report on the vast number of potential stakeholder-related metrics that would be required…Continue readingWhat’s wrong with ESG ratings?

“New regulatory rule-making around disclosure could push companies and financial services firms to move their ESG activities under the oversight…Continue readingHow regulations are moving ESG into the risk and compliance field.

“Overall, the researchers comment that their analysis paints a ‘mixed picture about the actual participant interest, and drivers of demand,…Continue readingCould ESG Options Undermine Participant Outcomes?

US Shareholder Voting On Environmental & Social Issues Continues To Increase. – [COMMENTARY] “Environmental and social issues were at the…Continue readingUS Shareholder Voting On Environmental & Social Issues Continues To Increase

“The future of green investing still seems secure–performance has been hit by a unique set of economic circumstances, younger investors…Continue readingESG is having a hard time but look to the long-term.

“While ESG investing gets promoted as a way for individuals to’invest with their principals,’such has been a windfall marketing scheme…Continue readingESG Underperformance Will Be Its Undoing.

“The belief that achieving positive social impact automatically means sacrificing attractive return on investment–drives many investors to avoid ‘impact’ but…Continue readingInvestors Are Embracing ESG But Avoiding Impact. What They’re Missing.