Social Investing: The Future of Sustainability

This podcast episode emphasizes the growing recognition among investors of the importance of social factors in ESG investing due to the interconnectedness of stakeholders and the influence of societal issues on investment outcomes. The discussion highlights a shift toward socially focused solutions driven by investors' recognition of pressing social issues and the growth of impact AUM. The 4Cs social investing framework is also explored, which evaluates a company's culture and social performance through eight core components and five performance-linked indicators. Additionally, the episode touches upon the role of artificial intelligence in driving social investing and the potential impact of AI-driven opportunities on employment and geopolitical landscapes.