Temasek has S$44 billion in sustainability investments. Should you put your money in such stocks too?

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People used to think that sustainable investing meant sacrificing profits. But socially responsible companies can be profitable too.

SINGAPORE: Would you consider a company's carbon footprint, labour practices and leadership diversity before buying its shares?

Institutions have to integrate sustainability into their core operations based on industry standards and market expectations, she said. Ms Tan of OCBC said companies tend to be more resilient if they are run responsibly, prepared for future challenges and are looking into emerging risks and opportunities.

Other factors such as board member appointments and minority shareholder rights may also be relevant, said Mr Ling. The final one is focusing on sustainability themes such as climate change mitigation, water and energy transition.

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