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Weapons
The weapons industry, encompassing the manufacture and sale of arms, is often linked to global conflict, violence, and human rights violations. The ethical concerns associated with this sector drive many investors to consider the moral implications of their investments.
Many of the funds listed below strictly avoid investing in companies that derive any revenue from the manufacture, production or distribution of controversial weapons, including nuclear, chemical, and biological arms. This exclusion often extends to companies involved in producing key components for these weapons. Some funds also set specific revenue thresholds to limit exposure, ensuring they do not support businesses where weapons manufacturing forms a substantial part of their revenue.
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24 May 2024Exposure to Nuclear Weapons Through Private...ESGCheck
Investing in nuclear weapons raises significant ethical concerns for investors due to the profound humanitarian and moral implications. Nuclear weapons have the capacity to cause massive destruction, indiscriminate loss of life, and long-term environmental harm. Their use and even their production and stockpiling contribute to global insecurity and perpetuate the threat of catastrophic conflict.
10 Apr 2024ESG and RI: Beauty is in the eye of the beholderESGCheck
One of the most significant trends impacting managed funds and investment management has been the trend towards ESG - otherwise known as Environmental, Social & Governance, or more broadly, RI or Responsible Investment. According to some sources - particularly those who are strong advocates of the cause - 83% of investors consider ESG or RI to be a significant factor in their invest decision or choice of a managed fund. That may well be the case, but finding funds that meet an individual investor's requirements is anything but simple.
Weapons
