Research Reveals a Fundamental Shift in How Investors View ESG

Just five years ago, environmental, social and governance (ESG) investing was heralded as a market revolution, led by young, idealistic investors and intended to reinvent investing. Five years and a few economic shocks later, the revolution feels more like a recalibration, but that doesn’t mean ESG is gone. Our research reveals that enthusiasm has not disappeared; it has converged towards a more pragmatic, risk-oriented approach.