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Social Finance Investment Instruments, Markets and Cultures in the Eu

  • Source : Tepsie
  • 2 January 2012
This report examines the landscape of social finance investment instruments, markets, and cultures within the European Union. It delves into various funding instruments, investor motives, and return expectations, providing a comprehensive overview of the nascent social finance sector in Europe. The study outlines both the advantages and disadvantages of different financial tools and explores the cultural nuances influencing social investments across EU member states.
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Negative Returns: the Impact of Impact Investing on Empowerment and Advocacy

  • Source : American Political Science Association
  • 1 January 2016
This article critically examines the impact of impact investing on empowerment and advocacy efforts. It suggests that while impact investing aims to create positive change, it can inadvertently lead to “negative returns” by shifting focus away from core advocacy and capacity-building activities within organizations. The author questions whether the pursuit of financial returns might compromise the broader social mission and the ability of organizations to empower communities and champion their interests.
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Social Stock Exchange for Social Enterprises and Social Incubators: an Exploratory Study for India

  • Source : RIS
  • 1 January 2019
This exploratory study examines the concept of a Social Stock Exchange (SSE) for social enterprises and incubators in India. It analyses the framework proposed by SEBI and explores the working models of SSEs in other countries like the UK, Canada, South Africa, and Singapore. The paper aims to understand how an SSE can address financial constraints faced by social enterprises and promote socio-economic upliftment, providing insights into its core components, structure, regulations, eligible entities, investors, and financial instruments.
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Blended Finance in the Least Developed Countries 2020

  • Source : OECD/UNCDF
  • 1 December 2020
This report analyses how blended finance was deployed in Least Developed Countries (LDCs) to support a resilient recovery from the COVID-19 crisis. It highlights case studies that leveraged concessional capital, public guarantees, and technical assistance to boost critical sectors like health, SMEs, and digital infrastructure. The paper provides actionable recommendations for policymakers, development partners, and investors on how to better structure blended instruments for crisis response and long-term sustainable development, emphasizing the need for faster deployment and greater risk tolerance in these vulnerable economies.
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Esg, Sri, and Impact Investing: a Primer for Decision-making

  • Source : ISDM
  • 2 January 2020
This primer aims to clarify the often-confusing terminology surrounding Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) investing, Socially Responsible Investing (SRI), and Impact Investing for institutional investors. It emphasizes that ESG investing is not a separate asset class but a set of considerations that can be integrated into investment strategies. The authors provide a practical framework for investors to evaluate different approaches based on their goals, beliefs, resources, and circumstances. The paper discusses various forms of ESG integration, active ownership, portfolio screening, and targeted impact investments, aiding informed decision-making in this evolving landscape.
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Is Blended Finance Trending in the Ldcs? Perspectives From the Ground

  • Source : Southern Voice
  • 1 January 2019
This paper synthesizes findings from four country studies in Least Developed Countries (LDCs) to assess the state of blended finance. It reveals that while blended finance is gaining traction for SDG implementation, it has yet to be fully mainstreamed in LDCs due to lack of awareness, definitional consensus, institutional challenges, and capacity deficits. The report highlights existing blended operations, primarily public-private partnerships in infrastructure, and offers policy recommendations for LDCs to leverage its potential while mitigating risks.
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What is Driving the Growth of Green and Social Finance?

  • Source : ADB
  • 1 January 2021
This blog explores the rapid growth of green and social finance from private sources, driven by both environmental and social goals and increasing financial motives. It highlights how these financing mechanisms contribute to a green and inclusive recovery, especially in the context of large investments needed post-COVID-19. The piece emphasizes the real environmental and social benefits, such as improved environmental performance by firms issuing green bonds, and the crucial role of engaged public policy in nurturing this sector through regulatory frameworks and integrated sustainability risks.
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Environmental, Social, and Governance Investment: Opportunities and Risks for Asia

  • Source : ADBI
  • 2 January 2020
This report explores the opportunities and risks associated with Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) investment in Asia. It highlights the increasing global trend of sustainable investing, particularly in green bonds, and its growing adoption in Asian markets. The paper suggests that ESG investment can mitigate risks, encourage private sector and regulatory engagement with ESG issues, boost corporate values, improve growth potential, and strengthen financial resilience. It argues that ESG investment bridges the gap between traditional capitalism and a new paradigm of shared economic and social value, fostering sustainable development in the region.
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Impact Investing: Will Hype Stall Its Emergence as an Asset Class?

  • Source : Social Space
  • 1 January 2012
This article argues that while impact investing has gained mainstream recognition since its coinage five years prior, its development lags behind its full potential, hindering its emergence as a distinct asset class. The author contends that despite increased awareness, the field needs further maturation to overcome challenges and fully realise its promise as a significant force in finance.
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Beyond Profit Vs. Purpose: Transactional-relational Practices in Impact Investing

  • Source : Journal of Business Venturing Insights
  • 1 January 2020
This study explores how impact investors manage the inherent tension between generating financial profit and achieving social purpose. Moving beyond a simplistic dualism, it investigates the “transactional-relational” practices that firms use to embed their social mission within their investment processes. Through qualitative research, the paper reveals how investors build deep relationships, conduct purpose-aligned due diligence, and provide post-investment support to ensure both financial viability and social impact are achieved. It highlights that integrating profit and purpose is a dynamic, ongoing process of negotiation and practice within the investment relationship.
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