Responsible investors see greater role after pandemic
Investors taking ESG issues into account are increasingly examining future scenarios, particularly around climate change
STRONG PERFORMANCE
Climate-focused stocks and shares that incorporate environmental, social and governance (ESG) factors have significantly outperformed their price benchmark during the coronavirus pandemic
FORWARD LOOKING
The pandemic illustrates the need for investors to undertake more forward-looking analysis to take into consideration potential systemic health risks and risks related to climate change
KEY QUOTE
A consequence of this will be to make responsible investment the norm ...
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