Download or read book Introduction to Ethical Investing in India written by Siva Prasad Bose and published by Joy Bose. This book was released on with total page 91 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Ethical investing, also called by different names such as Environmental Social and Governance (ESG) investing, responsible investing, mindful investing and sustainable investing, has recently become more popular. Investors, particularly younger investors, are getting more concerned over the wider social and other impact of their investments and wish to contribute to positive changes in the world, rather than contribute towards increasing suffering. The highs and lows of the stock markets in different countries further give a push towards ethical investing as a strategy to identify more stable companies that believe in ethical and sustainable values and which are, therefore, more likely to be profitable in the long term. In this book, we introduce the concept of ethical investing and consider the avenues by which investors can invest ethically within India today. We discuss green energy, various ESG and ethical mutual funds and social investing avenues. It is hoped that this book will raise awareness towards ethical investing and inspire existing and prospective investors to invest in a way that uses their money towards the wider good in this world.
Download or read book Introduction to Ethical Investing in India written by Siva Prasad and published by . This book was released on 2023-02-13 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Ethical investing, also called Environmental Social and Governance (ESG) or sustainability investing, is growing recently. Investors, particularly younger investors, are getting more concerned over the wider social and other impact of their investments and wish to contribute to positive changes in the world, rather than contribute towards increasing suffering. The highs and lows of the stock markets in different countries further give a push towards ethical investing as a way to locate more stable companies that believe in ethical values and are more likely to be profitable in the long term. In this book, we introduce the concept of ethical investing and consider the avenues by which investors can invest ethically within India today. We discuss green energy, various ESG and ethical mutual funds and social investing avenues. It is hoped that this book will raise awareness towards ethical investing and inspire existing and prospective investors to invest in a way that uses their money towards the wider good in this world.
Download or read book ESG and Responsible Institutional Investing Around the World A Critical Review written by Pedro Matos and published by CFA Institute Research Foundation. This book was released on 2020-05-29 with total page 80 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This survey examines the vibrant academic literature on environmental, social, and governance (ESG) investing. While there is no consensus on the exact list of ESG issues, responsible investors increasingly assess stocks in their portfolios based on nonfinancial data on environmental impact (e.g., carbon emissions), social impact (e.g., employee satisfaction), and governance attributes (e.g., board structure). The objective is to reduce exposure to investments that pose greater ESG risks or to influence companies to become more sustainable. One active area of research at present involves assessing portfolio risk exposure to climate change. This literature review focuses on institutional investors, which have grown in importance such that they have now become the largest holders of shares in public companies globally. Historically, institutional investors tended to concentrate their ESG efforts mostly on corporate governance (the “G” in ESG). These efforts included seeking to eliminate provisions that restrict shareholder rights and enhance managerial power, such as staggered boards, supermajority rules, golden parachutes, and poison pills. Highlights from this section: · There is no consensus on the exact list of ESG issues and their materiality. · The ESG issue that gets the most attention from institutional investors is climate change, in particular their portfolio companies’ exposure to carbon risk and “stranded assets.” · Investors should be positioning themselves for increased regulation, with the regulatory agenda being more ambitious in the European Union than in the United States. Readers might come away from this survey skeptical about the potential for ESG investing to affect positive change. I prefer to characterize the current state of the literature as having a “healthy dose of skepticism,” with much more remaining to be explored. Here, I hope the reader comes away with a call to action. For the industry practitioner, I believe that the investment industry should strive to achieve positive societal goals. CFA Institute provides an exemplary case in its Future of Finance series (www.cfainstitute.org/research/future-finance). For the academic community, I suggest we ramp up research aimed at tackling some of the open questions around the pressing societal goals of ESG investing. I am optimistic that practitioners and academics will identify meaningful ways to better harness the power of global financial markets for addressing the pressing ESG issues facing our society.
Download or read book Ethical and Socially Responsible Investment written by Dominic Broadhurst and published by Walter de Gruyter. This book was released on 2003 with total page 212 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This new reference guide gives details of over 500 ethical and socially responsible information sources. It is aimed at information professionals providing business information services, whether in the private or public sector.
Download or read book Responsible Investing written by Matthew W. Sherwood and published by . This book was released on 2019 with total page pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book Evolutions in Sustainable Investing written by Cary Krosinsky and published by John Wiley & Sons. This book was released on 2011-10-14 with total page 512 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Sustainable Investing is fast becoming an essential method of generating long-term returns, moving beyond the negative approaches to socially responsible investing that have dominated the field. This book, our second on the subject, provides over 15 case studies of leading global investors and companies demonstrating how they successfully apply sustainability aspects to their core strategies. Learn from prominent thought leaders Dan Esty and Paul Hawken among others who have contributed key chapters. Our chapter on performance shows clearly how these strategies have been working once negative approaches are parsed out by those examining fund returns. This book also examines in great depth what data exists, and what's on the horizon, to best measure & capture sustainability successfully. Regional perspectives, including 3 chapters on Asia, and focuses on Canada, Australia, Africa & India are also included, as is a look across asset classes. Sustainable Investing, when performed with a positive perspective, has been outperforming the mainstream, unlike negative approaches designed to match benchmark returns. From eco-efficiency to sustainability-driven innovation and beyond, investors of all shapes & sizes need to know how best to position themselves for the radical market shifts underway.
Download or read book Impact of Ethical Screening on Investment Performance in India written by CA. (Dr.) Hemlata Chelawat and published by . This book was released on 2014 with total page pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Ethical investment means integrating investment decisions with concerns for the environment and society. It is broadly about management of financial resources in a responsible way that maximizes financial returns together with social and environmental good. Interest in ethical finance has been growing in the investor community around the world. Despite the growing interest of investors and institutions, the integration of environmental and social values in investment decision making remains a debatable issue. The key issue in the debate is the relationship between corporate environmental and social performance and financial performance. Traditional investment theories do not consider these criteria and base their investment decisions exclusively on risk-adjusted return. This paper analyzes the risk-return performance of a portfolio in which portfolio selection is based on multidimensional criteria, i.e., it uses Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) criteria in addition to traditional criteria of risk and return. It is the first study which attempts to analyze the performance of an ESG portfolio in one of the largest emerging market economies, India. The study finds that ethical investment yields superior performance as compared to benchmark portfolio, thus making a case for integration of ESG criteria in investment decisions.
Download or read book Socially Responsible Investing written by Lawrence Kennedy and published by Independently Published. This book was released on 2023-08-15 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: "Socially Responsible Investing: Aligning Values and Wealth Creation" welcomes you to a game-changing framework in the field of finance. This exclusive Special Report, authored by the seasoned finance professional and social investing advocate Lawrence Kennedy, bridges the gap between fiscal pragmatism and ethical responsibility. You can now make your money work in a harmonious blend of profit and purpose, aligning your investments with your deeply held values. The report is an all-encompassing guide to socially responsible investing. Not only does it shed light on the practical aspects of creating wealth ethically, but it also dives into interviews, case studies, and strategic advice from experts in the field. Understanding Socially Responsible Investing: A comprehensive introduction to ethical wealth generation, demystifying commonly held confusions. The Inner Mechanics of Ethical Wealth Generation: A in-depth excavation into the nuts and bolts of socially conscious investments. The Shift towards Conscious Capital: Historical Insights: A historical overview of sustainable investing, showcasing the shift towards a more conscious economy. Analyzing Profitability of Socially Responsible Investments: Understand the fiscal potential of ethical investments with robust analyses and evaluations. Key Players in the Field of Social Responsibility Investment: Meet industry leaders and pioneers shaping the landscape of socially responsible investing. Strategies for Successful Socially Responsible Investing: Unlock the best strategies and tools to make your investments align with your social impact objectives. Challenges in Socially Responsible Investing: Mitigation Techniques: Navigate comfortably in the world of socially responsible investing with mitigation techniques for common challenges. Case Studies: Successful Socially Responsible Investors: Draw inspiration from the success stories of individuals who have triumphed in the realm of ethical investments. Measurement and Evaluation of Social Impact Investments: Learn how to measure the impact of your social investments and continuously evaluate your strategies. Charting Your Course: A Practical Guide to Start Investing Socially: Begin your journey in ethical investing with a practical, step-by-step guide curated for you. This isn't just a report-it's a transformative journey towards enriching your financial knowledge, your life, and the world around you. Whether you're a seasoned investor or just dipping your toes into the world of finance, this invaluable guide by Lawrence Kennedy paves the way to ethically sound and profitable investing. Let's take this step towards aligning our wealth with our values, one investment at a time!
Download or read book Responsible Investing written by Matthew W. Sherwood and published by Taylor & Francis. This book was released on 2023-05-15 with total page 242 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Responsible Investing serves as a holistic resource on Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) investing for undergraduate and graduate programs. It provides a thorough background and history of ESG investing, as well as cutting-edge industry developments, introducing the reader to the rapidly evolving field of responsible investing. Building on the first edition, this second edition provides updates where appropriate, as well as new emphasis on the development of standards in terminology and metrics. Opening with the background of ESG investing, the book discusses the development of ESG risks and provides an overview of ESG rating systems. It outlines the current position of ESG investing in portfolio management through granular analysis, offers insight into common investor concerns about ESG investments, presents qualitative theories, and reviews literature modeling ESG investment performance. Finally, the authors provide readers with a foundation on the development of financial models measuring risk and return, which can be used to evaluate the performance of ESG investments. This edition features updated statistics and a new chapter on regulation, reporting, and taxonomy in ESG investing, as well as new international case studies. Following a summary approach, Responsible Investing is a valuable textbook, providing a context in which upper-level students of ESG investment and sustainable finance can specialize.
Download or read book Smart Analytics Artificial Intelligence and Sustainable Performance Management in a Global Digitalised Economy written by Pallavi Tyagi and published by Emerald Group Publishing. This book was released on 2023-05-29 with total page 235 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The Covid 19 pandemic has created chaos in the business world and forced leaders to rethink their operational status quo. Though the benefits outweigh the risks, the challenges in digitalised economies are as sophisticated as the solutions they offer.
Download or read book Modeling Economic Growth in Contemporary India written by Bruno S. Sergi and published by Emerald Group Publishing. This book was released on 2024-07-22 with total page 353 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This volume focuses on core topics of economic disruption caused by the Covid-19 pandemic: changes in socio-cultural relationships, behavioural patterns and psychological attitudes governing human interaction, and government policies to stabilize the Indian economy and contribute to sustainable growth.
Download or read book Sustainable Investments in Green Finance written by Taneja, Sanjay and published by IGI Global. This book was released on 2023-11-14 with total page 397 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Never has the world been so heavily marked by the escalating challenges of climate change, dwindling natural resources, and escalating environmental crises. Finding viable solutions has become increasingly imperative as a result of these challenges. The daunting issue at hand is the dire need for financing sustainable initiatives that can effectively combat these global challenges. This financial gap often poses a significant roadblock, hindering progress towards a more environmentally conscious and sustainable future. Sustainable Investments in Green Finance serves as a resource to examine this issue and provide solutions. This meticulously researched book offers real-world case studies that not only highlight the gravity of these challenges but also present tangible solutions. Readers will explore a myriad of sustainable finance mechanisms, collaborative stakeholder efforts, and visionary project objectives that have successfully navigated these obstacles. The book also delves into topics such as the renewable energy revolution, sustainable infrastructure transformations, green bonds, climate finance, nature-based solutions, circular economy innovations, and socially responsible investing.
Download or read book Building a Sustainable Future Roadmap for India s Progress Prosperity written by Dr.Shalini Choithrani and published by SHREE VINAYAK PUBLICATION. This book was released on 2024-03-14 with total page 470 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book Perspectives on Blockchain Technology and Responsible Investing written by Trivedi, Sonal and published by IGI Global. This book was released on 2023-05-01 with total page 338 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The transformation of green investment and climate finance by blockchain establishes the relationship between global efforts for climate adaptation and this innovative technology. The benefit of blockchain in the financial sector is realized as it has brought various operational changes such as smart contracts, changes in regulation and governance, changes in transactions, and more. In every situation, sustainable development goals (SDGs) must be accomplished with the help of society’s collective creativity, knowledge, technology, and financial resources. Perspectives on Blockchain Technology and Responsible Investing highlights the applications of blockchain technologies to foster sustainable development in different fields. The book details a number of significant characteristics and concerns regarding blockchain, finance, and sustainability that every manufacturer, policymaker, or academician may have. Covering topics such as banking, performance, and smart contracts, this premier reference source is an essential resource for entrepreneurs, practitioners, professionals, business leaders, policymakers, students and educators of higher education, researchers, and academicians.
Download or read book Social Governance Equity and Justice written by Dr. Mohammad Irfan and published by Wizard Publisher. This book was released on 2021-08-06 with total page 153 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
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Download or read book Handbook on Sustainable Investments Background Information and Practical Examples for Institutional Asset Owners written by Swiss Sustainable Finance and published by CFA Institute Research Foundation. This book was released on 2017-12-27 with total page 200 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A fast growing share of investors have recently widened their scope of analysis to criteria regarded as extra-financial. They are driven by different motivations. Adoption of sustainable investment strategies can be driven, on the one hand by the sole motivation to hedge portfolios against knowable risks by expanding the conceptual framework to incorporate the latest best practice in risk management. Other investors focus rather on a long-term view and make an active bet on societal change. Recent empirical research has shown that considering sustainability factors within investment practices does not come at a cost (i.e. through a reduced opportunity set) but allows for competitive returns. Furthermore, the growing market and resulting competition in the wake of sustainable investing going mainstream has the welcome effect to compress fees for such products. Hence, staying informed about recent trends in sustainable investing is imperative no matter what the main motivation is.
