Investing With Impact by Jeremy K. Balkin is a comprehensive guide to socially responsible investing. The book provides readers with the knowledge and tools they need to make informed decisions about where their money goes and how it can be used to create positive change in the world. Investing With Impact covers everything from the basics of socially responsible investing to more advanced strategies for creating change through investment.
Chapter 1: The Basics of Socially Responsible Investing
In the first chapter of Investing With Impact, Balkin provides readers with an overview of socially responsible investing. He explains what it is, how it works, and why it is becoming increasingly popular among investors. Balkin also provides readers with a brief history of socially responsible investing and how it has evolved over time.
Chapter 2: The Impact of Investing
In the second chapter, Balkin delves deeper into the impact of socially responsible investing. He explains how investments can have both positive and negative impacts on society and the environment and provides readers with examples of companies that are making a difference through their investments.
Chapter 3: Researching Companies
In the third chapter, Balkin provides readers with the tools they need to research companies and determine whether or not they are a good fit for socially responsible investing. He explains how to read company reports, analyze financial statements, and evaluate a company’s social and environmental impact.
Chapter 4: Building a Socially Responsible Portfolio
In the fourth chapter, Balkin provides readers with guidance on building a socially responsible portfolio. He explains how to balance financial goals with social and environmental values and provides tips for selecting investments that align with those values.
Chapter 5: Advanced Strategies for Creating Change
In the fifth chapter, Balkin delves into more advanced strategies for creating change through investment. He explains how to use impact investing to create social and environmental change, how to use shareholder activism to influence company behavior, and how to use divestment as a tool for social change.
Conclusion
Investing With Impact is a valuable resource for anyone interested in socially responsible investing. Balkin provides readers with a comprehensive overview of the basics of socially responsible investing, as well as more advanced strategies for creating change through investment. Whether you are a seasoned investor or just starting out, Investing With Impact provides the knowledge and tools you need to make informed decisions about where your money goes and how it can be used to create positive change in the world.
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