Is modern ‘ethical investing’ just a luxury for the wealthy, or a robust strategy worthy of consideration by all investors?

By Aela Cozic – ESG Analyst, Fidelity International

Previously known as responsible or ethical investing, ESG investing now seems all the rage, but what does this focus on Environmental, Social and Governance criteria actually mean? ESG practices among investors and institutions vary widely, and what is seen to constitute ESG investing has evolved over time; today’s approaches to ESG investing range from simple exclusion lists to activist strategies.