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ESG (environmental, social, and governance) investing is a growing investment method. ESG integration can reduce portfolio risk, generate competitive investment returns and help investors feel good about the stocks they own.

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Aug 17, 2021 by Alyce Lomax and John Rotonti

Fools Talk ESG

There are many ways to align your investments with your values. So what's the difference between socially responsible investing, conscious capitalism, and ESG?

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Apr 9, 2019 by Alyce Lomax and John Rotonti

Going for Great Returns and the Greater Good: The Motley Fool's ESG Investing Framework

Is your investment strategy to buy ethical companies that will also deliver strong returns? Our ESG Compounder Checklist aims to provide both.

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May 22, 2019 by John Rotonti and Alyce Lomax

Does ESG Investing Produce Better Stock Returns?

Are you wondering if ESG investing really works? Let's explore the research.

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Apr 12, 2019 by Alyce Lomax and John Rotonti

ESG Investing: Is Accenture a Responsible Investment?

If you’re searching for a feel-good stock, see how IT company Accenture scores on The Motley Fool’s ESG framework.

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Jul 18, 2019 by Maria Gallagher and John Rotonti

ESG Investing: Is Trex a Responsible Investment?

Wood-alternative decking company Trex is the largest recycler of plastic bags in North America. See how it scores on The Motley Fool’s environmental, social, and governance framework.

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Aug 16, 2019 by Tim Beyers

ESG Investing: Is Microsoft a Responsible Investment?

If you’re searching for a feel-good stock, see how Microsoft, the world's largest company, scores on The Motley Fool’s ESG framework.

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Aug 19, 2019 by Maria Gallagher

ESG Investing: Is Nike a Responsible Investment?

If you’re searching for a feel-good stock, see how Nike scores on The Motley Fool’s ESG framework.

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Sep 6, 2019 by Seth Jayson

ESG Investing: Is Hexcel a Responsible Investment?

See how this maker of high-performance carbon fiber fabric, materials, and parts scores on The Motley Fool's environmental, social, and governance framework.

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Sep 13, 2019 by Tim Beyers

ESG Investing: Is Facebook a Responsible Investment?

If you’re searching for a feel-good stock, see how Facebook, the king of social media, scores on The Motley Fool’s ESG framework.

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Sep 19, 2019 by Philip Durell

ESG Investing: Is Starbucks a Responsible Investment?

If you’re searching for a feel-good stock, see how Starbucks, the world’s largest coffeehouse chain, scores on The Motley Fool’s ESG Framework.

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Oct 8, 2019 by Maria Gallagher

ESG Investing: Is Etsy a Responsible Investment?

If you’re searching for a feel-good stock, see how Etsy, the online craft marketplace, scores on The Motley Fool’s ESG framework.

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Aug 28, 2019 by John Rotonti

ESG Investing: How to Evaluate a CEO Using the 4 Cs of Good Management

A key component of a high-ESG stock is a stellar management team. Here are four qualities that define an exemplary leader, which should be top of mind for ESG investors.

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Jul 25, 2019 by Maria Gallagher and John Rotonti

A Conversation on ESG and Sustainability With As You Sow CEO Andrew Behar

As You Sow is a nonprofit promoting corporate responsibility that works to solve the world's problems by motivating big companies -- including ExxonMobil, Starbucks, McDonald's, Pepsi, and Dunkin' -- to improve on ESG elements. Hear what the CEO has to say about its mission.

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Apr 13, 2019 by Tim Beyers

2 Simple Questions That Reveal Whether Your CEO Is Overpaid

Incentives and rewards can tell you a lot about a company's focus.

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Jun 28, 2019 by Maria Gallagher and John Rotonti

A Conversation on ESG Investing With JUST Capital CEO Martin Whittaker

Learn about JUST Capital’s unique approach to ESG investing, its partnership growth strategy, and why Microsoft is the highest-ranked company on its JUST rating system.

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Apr 13, 2020 by Dan Caplinger

Through the Coronavirus Crisis, This Top SaaS Stock Is Putting People Over Profits With ESG

Some companies take ESG issues seriously. Here's one.

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Aug 25, 2020 by Alyce Lomax

When Human Rights Violations Are a Sell Signal

In case you need to hear it: it's OK to sell stocks on moral and ethical grounds.

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