lesson 4 - ethical investing Flashcards
(4 cards)
1
Q
what are the 2 main strategies of ethical investing?
A
negative screening
positive screening
2
Q
what is negative screening?
A
avoiding companies involved in unethical practices (eg. child labour, gambling, tobacco)
3
Q
what is positive screening?
A
investing in companies with ethical practices (eg. recycling, renewable energy)
4
Q
what are some common unethical issues?
A
- poor working conditions
- environmental damage
- animal testing
- child labour
- tobacco, gambling, coal, nuclear industry etc
