By Yo TAKATSUKI, Head of ESG Research and Active Ownership, AXA Investment Managers
ESG principles in the investment process promise attractive returns - because sustainably operating companies have a better long-term business model and higher financial success. In the first quarter of 2020, this investment approach proved its strengths.
Taking ESG principles (environmental, social, corporate governance) into account in the investment process not only serves to "protect the environment" but also delivers attractive returns - at least that is the argument of ESG investment solution providers. ESG investing serves the purpose of diversification and takes all financial risks into account, including environmental risks and social aspects...
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