Major ESG funds are similar to S&P 500 equivalents despite having hefty price tags, says ex-AQR research head

World’s biggest fund manager will have to offload holdings worth billions to rebalance positions

There has been a huge increase in SRI-themed exchange-traded funds in recent years, data shows

The United States has already surpassed $28 billion in Socially Responsible Investing funds this year

U.S. environmental organizations are working with British-based Green Finance Institute to try and establish green banks in all major markets

New benchmarks incorporate several tools and measurements to help investors ‘go beyond reducing carbon intensity’

Investment managers and banks are increasingly launching passive funds with a dedicated focus on environmental, social and governance theme

Socially responsible exchange-traded funds have more than $100 billion in assets after a market rally and huge investor demand

Investors may be paying more for dedicated sustainable funds but witnessing negligible outperformance, compared to traditional mutual funds, research suggests

The Department of Labor (DOL) is extending its request for feedback to registered investment advisory firms (RIAs), as it seeks further input for a controversial law over ESG investments