Essays about: "ESG-rating"

Showing result 6 - 10 of 36 essays containing the word ESG-rating.

  1. 6. Company Characteristics and Investments Related to ESG Ratings - Does Ownership Have an Impact?

    University essay from Handelshögskolan i Stockholm/Institutionen för finansiell ekonomi

    Author : Elias Schedvin; Simon Kvist; [2023]
    Keywords : ESG Rating; Ownership concentration; Investor Preferences; SRI; Investor Characteristics;

    Abstract : This paper examines the relationship between ownership structure and ESG ranking. Data from companies is used to analyze which types of investors invest in companies with high ESG rankings. READ MORE

  3. 7. Beyond Credit Ratings: The Role of (E)SG in Sovereign Debt Investments

    University essay from Handelshögskolan i Stockholm/Institutionen för finansiell ekonomi

    Author : Oscar Wollmann; Filip Frisk; [2023]
    Keywords : ESG rating; Sovereign debt investments; Sovereign bond yields; Sustainability;

    Abstract : The study investigates the correlation between ESG performance and sovereign bond yield spreads using regression analysis. The results reveal a significant negative correlation between the Governance and Social indices and bond spreads, emphasising the importance of good governance practices and social stability in reducing the risk of sovereign debt default. READ MORE

  4. 8. Sustainability performance as a determinant of ownership structure : A quantitative study on ESG as a benchmark of investor preferences

    University essay from Umeå universitet/Företagsekonomi

    Author : Antti Korkeamäki; Andreas Hedell; [2023]
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    Abstract : This thesis is investigating how ownership structure of a company is affected by its sustainability performance. The dissertation topic was formed during a literature screening which exposed a clear research gap which we found interesting. READ MORE

  5. 9. ESG and Financial Performance Within the Automotive Industry

    University essay from Umeå universitet/Företagsekonomi

    Author : Lukas Granelli; Lukas Rådeström; [2023]
    Keywords : ESG; Automotive Sector; Financial Performance; Sustainability;

    Abstract : For many years has sustainability been an important factor for companies to consider. Earlier has sustainability been strongly connected with environmental work, but the concept has grown to include factors like working conditions, equality, and ethical business practices. READ MORE

  6. 10. Sustainable investing in the Nordics : A comparative analysis of ESG portfolios

    University essay from Umeå universitet/Företagsekonomi

    Author : Linus Gustavsson; Marcus Andersson; [2023]
    Keywords : ESG rating; ESG investing; Factor investing; Nordic ESG financial performance; sustainable finance;

    Abstract : Sustainability has become a pressing global issue due to environmental and social challenges caused by human activity which has led to a rise in sustainable investing, including ESG investing. Research on financial performance and sustainable investing have not only showed mixed results, but they are also generally conducted in greater markets such as the US, Europe, and Asia-pacific markets. READ MORE