Original Source:  Thompson Reuters

Today, many investors that seek traditional financial data also want information on environmental, social, and governance (ESG) issues.

“With the ability to select among thousands of investment options, both institutional and individual investors are showing a preference for companies and funds that reflect good citizenship. Socially responsible investments are among the fastest-growing category of investment assets.

To meet customer demand, products such as Thomson Reuters’ Asset4 provide in-depth environmental, social and governance information on over 4,000 companies to help institutional investors, investment managers, and financial analysts incorporate ESG data into their decision-making. Long-term investors, such as pension funds, have expressed interest in the relationship between ESG activities and an investee’s ability to create and maintain value. Moreover, as younger professionals enter the financial arena, social responsibility may reach greater prominence as an investment screen…” 

https://blogs.thomsonreuters.com/sustainability/2014/12/13/executive-perspective-corporate-sustainability-reporting-world-today/

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