How useful are ESG fund ratings?

James Phillips
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ESG fund ratings are an oft-used tool for impact investing, but lack of standardised data means other analysis is necessary. James Phillips explores their usefulness

Investment managers and consultants seeking to reduce environmental, social and governance (ESG) risks in their pension scheme clients' portfolios will often look to sustainability and ESG ranking ...

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