Investing by incorporating ESG factors or sustainable investing is gaining significant traction. A strong ESG proposition is a win-win for all stakeholders while generating higher equity returns.
With the United Nations urging countries to "build back better", the Covid crisis has only increased the focus on social and sustainability issues. ESG adoption in India too has moved beyond a 'soft' issue to a strategic priority. Indian corporates are increasingly integrating core business drivers with ESG factors and it is no longer a question of balancing trade-offs between ESG impact and financial returns. White Oak founder Khemka eyes post-Covid market 'normalisation' for India Various corporate initiatives underscore the commitment towards ESG norms. For example, Infosys, Ind...
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