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ESG Investing: Is it really what it says it is?
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ESG Investing: What is it? How effective is it REALLY?
We’re putting ESG Investing under the microscope without venturing into politics – yes, that IS possible!
While it might seem that ESG Investing is pretty cut and dry – they’re not polluting the planet so I should invest in them – that’s actually not the case. Currently, there are over 140 firms in the US alone that have different scoring systems for evaluating ESG investment opportunities. So, how can that be anything but subjective?
Could ESG Investing be the right option for you? Maybe. But like anything to do with your finances...let's get all the information we need before moving forward.
Articles Referenced in Discussion:
Biden administration loosens Trump-era investing rules around environment, social and governance funds for 401(k) plans
Wall Street wants to end Trump-era ESG fund rule for 401(k) plans
Could ESG Investing be the right option for you? Maybe. But like anything to do with your finances...let's get all the information we need before moving forward.
Articles Referenced in Discussion:
Biden administration loosens Trump-era investing rules around environment, social and governance funds for 401(k) plans
Wall Street wants to end Trump-era ESG fund rule for 401(k) plans
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