Sustainable Investing: Beating the Market with ESG

This book reviews the latest methods of sustainable investing and financial profit-making, emphasizing how ESG analysis can identify future business opportunities and manage risk for abnormal returns. It discusses the impact of megatrends on investment returns and the importance of considering sustainability from a profit perspective. The book provides practical tools and methods for assessing the sustainability of investees and introduces ESG analysis practice for investment analysts.

Format: Hardback
Length: 241 pages
Publication date: 14 June 2021
Publisher: Springer Nature Switzerland AG

This comprehensive book delves into the latest methods of sustainable investing and financial profit-making, while also exploring how ESG (Environmental, Social, and Governance) analysis can identify future business opportunities and manage risk to achieve exceptional returns. Megatrends such as climate change, sustainable development, and digitalization have heightened uncertainty and information asymmetry, significantly impacting the future returns on investments. From a profit perspective, the focus lies in understanding how ESG factors influence the long-term value added by companies and the valuation of companies in financial markets. While sustainability offers a potential avenue for abnormal returns, it is crucial to approach this phenomenon with a critical eye. The book comprehensively outlines the risks and limitations associated with the accountability and availability of ESG data and tools.

Furthermore, it offers valuable insights and practical models for assessing the sustainability of investees, introducing practical tools and methodologies to facilitate ESG analysis practice. The book specifically focuses on the ESG analysis of equity investments and fund investments within institutional investment organizations, serving as a comprehensive handbook for all investment analysts involved in investment decision-making. Readers will gain a deep understanding of the methods, opportunities, and challenges that professionals employ in their ESG analysis through real-life cases, interviews, and practical tools tailored for both institutional and private investors. By leveraging this book, readers will be well-equipped to navigate the complex world of sustainable investing and make informed decisions that align with their financial goals and values.

Weight: 560g
Dimension: 164 x 243 x 23 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9783030714888
Edition number: 1st ed. 2021