It's become fashionable to knock ESG. To claim that it's overwrought, oversold and under-delivers. Indeed, one academic article on the ‘end of ESG' argues that an over-focus on the term is getting in the way of good investing. In many ways, the strength of the reaction is a compliment to ESG - it is now a significant enough influence in the markets to rouse some opposition. Overstepping reality With ESG being today's golden child, fund managers are incentivised to shout about their credentials - occasionally ahead of their actual delivery in practice. Consequently, it's no surprise ...
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