Impact of ESG on capital market transformation
https://doi.org/10.21686/2410-7395-2022-2-78-93
Abstract
The evolution of financial instruments imprints a new meaning on the process of investment decision-making. As a result of the transformation and the increasing involvement of countries and businesses in the ESG agenda, there is a need to form new indicators or parameters for evaluating activities. ESG criteria make it possible to evaluate the activities of companies within the framework of the sustainable development agenda, which is necessary for raising capital, investing, listing on the stock exchange, etc. In addition, adherence to the sustainable development agenda allows the company to improve its image, create a reputation, and also provide support to the world community in the fight against poverty, environmental degradation, global warming, etc. The article is intended to highlight the emerging conceptual paradigm, as well as to identify and analyze the relevant changes in the international capital market. The international practice of sustainable financing and the application of new instruments in the regional context are considered. ESG reflects fundamental changes in the agenda of the global community. These shifts in preferences will play a huge role in how the economy works, what products are purchased, and how companies will profit in the future.
About the Author
S. G. Glavina
Peoples' Friendship University of Russia
Russian Federation
Russian Federation
Sofya G. Glavina, PhD, Associate Professor, Associate Professor of the Institute of International Economics and Business
6 Miklukho-Maklaya str., Moscow, 117198
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Glavina S.G. Impact of ESG on capital market transformation. International Trade and Trade Policy. 2022;8(2):78-93. (In Russ.) https://doi.org/10.21686/2410-7395-2022-2-78-93
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