Closing the Gap: Bridging ESG Misgivings for Improved Returns

The Rise of ESG Investing: Implications for IR Professionals

In the dynamic landscape of financial decision-making, the importance of non-financial objectives – encapsulated in ESG criteria – has become central for governments, corporations, and investors. Even as recent forecasts project a significant increase in ESG-related assets under management, concerns about the potential impact on returns persist. That has significant implications for IR professionals, who must guide their investors and reshape dialogues with various stakeholders.