Boris Johnson has been criticised for pushing back the start of the inquiry into the government’s handling of the pandemic until next year. The investment management industry isn’t having an inquiry at all. Because investment managers are expected to play an active role in overseeing the companies in which they own shares, particularly in terms of environmental, social and governance risks. SponsoredIn recent years, the industry has increased its focus on these issues dramatically. Cynics see it as largely a marketing exercise, but the industry insists it is all about responding to non-financial risks that companies are underplaying and ultimately improving returns for investors.

Source: The Times June 07, 2021 15:56 UTC