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Challenges in Analyzing ESG Data and Their Potential Solutions

In: SUSTAINABLE INVESTING Problems and Solutions

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  • Shaheen Contractor

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In this chapter, we examine the challenges in extracting and analyzing Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) data and their potential solutions. In particular, we focus on material ESG data relevant to companies and industries vs. a “one-size-fits-all” approach, highlighting examples where ESG has had a financial impact. We discuss how ESG metrics impact company performance, highlighting among others how ESG facets might impact risk, returns along with fundamentals. Furthermore, using the holdings of some of the largest US ESG funds, we discuss what characteristics drive ESG fund inclusion and what might be missed. Lastly, we discuss how ESG might not be that far removed from having a positive societal impact and discuss strategies that can drive this.

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  • Shaheen Contractor, 2024. "Challenges in Analyzing ESG Data and Their Potential Solutions," World Scientific Book Chapters, in: Anatoly B Schmidt (ed.), SUSTAINABLE INVESTING Problems and Solutions, chapter 8, pages 223-252, World Scientific Publishing Co. Pte. Ltd..
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