• Case Study

Social Finance as Cultural Evolution, Transmission Bias, and Market Dynamics

  • Source : PNAS
  • January 2021
This case study from PNAS examines social finance through the lens of cultural evolution, transmission bias, and market dynamics. It explores how social interactions and behavioral economics influence financial decision-making and market outcomes in the context of social finance. The paper likely delves into the evolutionary aspects of financial behaviors and the mechanisms through which cultural norms and biases are transmitted, shaping the landscape of social finance.
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Sustainable Investing : Shaping the Future of Finance

  • Source : International Institute for Sustainable Development (IISD)
  • January 2020
This report examines the growing trend of sustainable investing and its potential to reshape the financial industry. It highlights the exponential growth of assets under management with Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) mandates and discusses challenges like integrating sustainability into passively managed portfolios. The paper projects a near 100% ESG integration in fund management by 2036, driven by increasing client demand and the recognition of climate risk. It also emphasizes the role of Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) in guiding investment decisions and the need for financial innovation to address global sustainability challenges.
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Social Finance

  • Source : National Bureau of Economic Research
  • January 2020
This paper explores the dynamics of social finance, examining its implications for various economic and social phenomena. While the provided abstract mentions “Peer effects, Housing, Investors, Social Connectedness Index,” the article likely delves into how social interactions and networks influence financial decisions and market behavior within the broader context of social finance. It may analyse innovative financial instruments or models that leverage social capital for economic outcomes.
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A Theory of Social Finance

  • Source : Center for Research in Economics and Management, Université de Rennes
  • February 2018
This academic paper develops a theoretical framework for social finance, characterizing the optimal strategies for social financial institutions (SFIs). It suggests that quasi-foundations can be efficient vehicles for social finance, especially when social screening costs are relatively low. The paper explores the underlying economic principles and mechanisms that govern the allocation of financial resources towards social and environmental objectives, contributing to the broader understanding of social preferences and motivations in finance.
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Sustainable Finance

  • Source : International Journal of Law Management and Humanities, Volume 4, Issue 2, Page 1015 - 1020
  • January 2021
This paper discusses sustainable finance, emphasizing the importance of productive investments for long-term growth. It examines sustainability in the financial market through various lenses, including environmental, social, and governance (ESG) factors. The article specifically highlights the role of green bonds in promoting sustainable investment, noting India’s initiatives in this area. It delves into the three pillars of sustainable development—social development, environmental protection, and economic development—and stresses how proper fund allocation can address global challenges like climate change and contribute to a green economy.
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The Spaces of Social Finance: Poverty Regulation Through the “invisible Heart” of Markets

  • Source : The University of British Columbia
  • January 2006
This dissertation critically examines social finance as a mechanism for poverty regulation, questioning whether it truly creates broader social benefits or entrenches financial logics into social welfare. Through case studies, it analyses how social finance, particularly social impact bonds, represents and values financial and social impact. The research suggests that social finance may shift governance towards profit logics, prioritizing investor decisions and segmenting populations based on investment attractiveness, rather than fundamentally altering financial practices.
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The Structuring of Social Finance

  • Source : Journal of Cleaner Production
  • January 2017
This paper explores the emerging approaches to structuring social finance for environmentally and socially impactful projects, conceptualizing social finance as a pre-paradigmatic field. It discusses how leading social finance institutions adopt different investment rationalities to achieve positive social impact. The analysis highlights two primary forms, social impact investment and ethical banking, which drive the institutionalisation and paradigm-building process. It also examines how these forms differ in business models while aiming for social impact.
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A Literature Review About the Landscape of Social Finance

  • Source : ACRN Journal of Finance and Risk Perspectives
  • December 2014
This academic paper reviews the design and impact of Social Impact Bonds (SIBs) in public service delivery, exploring their potential for Latin America. It covers transaction costs, policy drivers, and public-private models, highlighting how SIBs work under different institutional contexts. It also proposes design recommendations for better uptake and provides a global perspective on SIB development, emphasizing their role in redistributing risk and benefits for greater social impact.
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Many a Slip: the Challenge of Impact as Boundary Object in Social Finance

  • Source : Social Finance, Impact Investing, and the Financialisation of the Public Interest
  • January 2020
This chapter explores the concept of “impact” as a boundary object within social finance, particularly in impact investing. It examines how impact, despite its central role, often presents challenges due to varying interpretations and measurement approaches across different stakeholders. The author discusses “judgement devices” and “boundary work” to understand how this ambiguous concept is managed and negotiated among diverse actors in the United States’ social finance ecosystem, often leading to complexities in achieving shared understanding and accountability.
  • Academic / Journal Article

Examining the Promise and Challenges of Blended Finance for Social Impact

  • Source : ET Insights
  • September 2023
This academic article from ET Insights critically examines the potential and obstacles of blended finance in achieving social impact, with a particular focus on India. It likely analyses how blended finance models can effectively mobilise capital for development while also exploring inherent challenges such as complexity, transaction costs, and appropriate risk-sharing. The authors probably discuss policy implications and the necessary ecosystem conditions for blended finance to truly scale and deliver meaningful social outcomes in the Indian context. The paper aims to offer a balanced perspective on its role in addressing pressing societal issues.
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