This the fourth edition of an occasional linkfest focused on ESG or socially responsible investing at Abnormal Returns. You can check out the last set of links including a look at Parnassus Funds’ early entry into the ESG space.
Quote of the Day
"I do believe you can be an impact investor and produce top tier returns."
(Fred Wilson)
Gender
- A detailed look at the gender breakdown in the asset management industry. (morningstar.com)
- Female investors are more interested in ESG-style solutions. (economist.com)
- Some recent launched gender-focused ETFs. (barrons.com)
- Women with parents in STEM are more likely to become CFAs. (academicinsightsoninvesting.com)
Blackrock and guns
- Blackrock ($BLK) is going to begin offering gun-free investment options. (nytimes.com)
- Blackrock ($BLK) has ended up in an awkward place on guns. (bloomberg.com)
Strategies
- It is impossible to conduct socially responsible investment on a collective basis. (nytimes.com)
- The downside of divestment: a loss of a seat at the table. (bloomberg.com)
- Impact investing is harder to implement in practice. (nytimes.com)
- Why parsing ESG/SRI strategies is so complicated. (etf.com)
- Six questions to ask before embarking on an ESG portfolio. (morningstar.com)
- Are ESG strategies viable in the emerging markets? (gmo.com)
