Why ESG funds are more than just a 'woke fad'

Harrison is manager of the Rathbone Global Sustainability Fund, an ESG fund that takes into account a company's sustainability credentials, as well as its quality and culture and its corporate governance and stewardship structure. Among the fund's holdings are software company Adobe, UK self-storage operator Big Yellow, Mastercard and Visa. 

During the pandemic ESG funds have performed well. In this week's podcast, Harrison goes into detail to explain why many have outperformed non-ESG funds and how his fund has faired during Covid-19. 

Additionally, in a world where greenwashing is rife, the fund manager explains how to spot a truly ESG focused-company. And, when asked whether ESG funds are merely a "woke fad", Harrison tells listeners to "look at the evidence", entirely refuting the idea. 

To hear what Harrison has to say in full, click the embed link below.

You can listen to the podcast - and all our other episodes - through iTunes and Spotify by searching The Pro Adviser Podcast or Professional Adviser in their respective podcast libraries. You can also click the embedded play button above to listen. 

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