ESG
The latest news on investment strategies that focus on environmental, social and governance factors (or ESG investing), socially responsible investing (SRI) and impact investing.
Asset Managers and Strategists of the Year 2020: Shining in Exceptional Times
By Ginger Szala | Janet LevauxWe spotlight Envestnet portfolio managers with strategies that produce consistently strong results.
June 24, 2020
Large-Cap Equity Asset Manager of the Year: Parnassus"We used that weakness, that really big downdraft in the [2018] fourth quarter to establish very large positions in companies like Microsoft and Nvidia. We saw and took advantage of that downturn to really add some very nice pieces to the portfolio."
June 24, 2020
DOL Proposes Limit on ESG Investments in Retirement PlansThe proposal reverses Obama-era guidelines allowing retirement plans to consider the social impact of investments.
June 24, 2020
Performance Now Ranked as Top Reason for Sustainable Investing: SurveyInvestors in Nuveen's latest responsible investing survey cited better performance over values.
June 23, 2020
Investors Have Power to Change Board's Policies on Race: Morningstar ExpertsTwo Morningstar sustainable research experts weigh in.
June 22, 2020
Principal Adds Tax-Advantaged ETF: Portfolio ProductsAlso, BlackRock widens its iShares ESG ETF offerings.
June 18, 2020
Talking to Clients About Impact Investing Doesn't Have to Be AwkwardHere are some easy ways to get the conversation started.
June 18, 2020
Impact Investing: What Every Advisor Needs to Know in the COVID-19 EraFor financial advisors, impact investing is no longer just "nice to have."