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Tag: unethical

  • SIN Stocks

    SIN Stocks SIN stocks refer to shares of companies that operate in industries considered socially irresponsible or unethical, such as alcohol, tobacco, gambling, weapons, or adult entertainment. These industries are often viewed as profiting from activities that can have negative social or environmental impacts. Despite their controversial nature, SIN stocks can be attractive to some…

  • Greenwashing

    Greenwashing Greenwashing refers to the deceptive or misleading practice of promoting a company, product, or service as environmentally friendly, sustainable, or socially responsible when it does not genuinely adhere to such principles. This marketing strategy aims to capitalize on the growing consumer demand for eco-friendly products and practices without making meaningful efforts to reduce environmental…

  • Exclusion

    Exclusion Exclusion refers to the action of prohibiting a company’s securities from being included in a portfolio due to unethical, harmful, or illegal business activities. ESG criteria are utilized to assess a company’s compliance with desired standards, and if found lacking, it may be excluded from investment consideration, thus restricting its access to capital. The…