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Can you invest in a way which is environmentally and socially conscientious while still producing solid returns? ESG—shorthand for Environmental, Social, and Governance—was a modern response to that challenge. A framework, not a fixed destination, ESG aimed to bring a broader perspective to investment analysis, incorporating long-term systemic risks and opportunities alongside traditional financial metrics. But over the past few years, ESG moved from innovative insight to political football. Once one of the financial industry’s boldest growth areas, it has now become a flashpoint of both regulatory scrutiny and ideological debate. The story of ESG is not one of failure, but of evolution—a maturing concept being recalibrated for a more complex, more informed investment landscape. This article explores ESG’s path: how it rose so rapidly, why it faced backlash, and where thoughtful investors go from here. Most importantly, it outlines how ESG principles can still serve as powerful tools within...
05.06.2022
"No matter the asset class, returns will be influenced and impacted by a multitude of factors. Some are within an investor’s control, while many are not. Commercial real estate is no different."
