Glossary · from the DESK dictionary
ESG
An assessment framework that considers a company's impact on the environment, social matters and responsible governance alongside purely financial metrics.
In plain words
Has become a central criterion in institutional capital allocation in recent years.
What it means for traders
An important practical concept, in sustainable investing.
Common pitfalls
ESG ratings from different providers for the same company can differ substantially from each other.
Related terms
ESG Investing
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