• Case Study

How Impact Investing Firms are Responding to Sustain and Grow Social Economy Enterprises in Light of the Covid-19 Pandemic

  • Source : Journal of Business Venturing Insights
  • 1 January 2022
This article investigates how impact investing firms adapted their strategies to sustain and grow social economy enterprises amidst the COVID-19 pandemic. It explores the challenges faced by these enterprises and the innovative responses from impact investors, including adjustments to the impact-return trade-off. The authors highlight the critical role of the social impact ecosystem in providing support and fostering resilience, offering insights into the evolving dynamics of impact investing during times of crisis.
  • Case Study

What Next for Sustainable Finance in India?

  • Source : London School of Economics
  • 1 January 2020
This paper explores the future trajectory of sustainable finance in India, analysing its potential to drive economic growth while mitigating environmental and social risks. It draws insights from research on the influence of Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) factors on financial entities in India. The study highlights the importance of sustainable finance practices, bond markets, and ESG integration for achieving long-term economic prosperity and addressing climate targets.
  • Case Study

A Policy Framework for Social Entrepreneurship in India

  • Source : IOSR Journal of Business and Management (IOSR-JBM)
  • 1 August 2016
This paper maps the nascent state of social entrepreneurship in India and proposes a policy framework to strengthen the ecosystem. It reviews current policy deficiencies and recommends institutional capacity building, fiscal incentives, legal recognition, academic integration, and ecosystem coordination to support social enterprise growth. The study aims to provide a conceptual framework for social entrepreneurship policy development in India, acknowledging its role in socio-economic development despite theoretical inconsistencies.
  • Case Study

Why Banks Need to Embed Environmental, Social, and Governance (esg) Factors Into Their Strategy?

  • Source : The Journal of Indian Institute of Banking & Finance
  • 1 January 2022
This article explains why banks must integrate Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) factors into their core strategy. It argues that ESG is no longer merely about compliance but is crucial for driving revenue, growth, and long-term sustainability in the financial sector. The piece highlights how embedding ESG enhances risk management, attracts conscious investors, builds customer loyalty, and aligns banking operations with global sustainability goals, emphasizing its transformative potential for the industry.
  • Academic / Journal Article

Categorical Cognition and Outcome Efficiency in Impact Investing Decisions

  • Source : Strategic Management Journal
  • 2 January 2019
This study investigates how categorical cognition impacts outcome efficiency in impact investing decisions. It argues that individuals often struggle to identify portfolios that simultaneously optimize financial and social outcomes, leading to wasted value creation opportunities. Experiments show that suppressing categorical labels on investment options can significantly increase outcome efficiency, suggesting that the human tendency to categorize investments based on traditional labels (e.g., “charity” vs. “for-profit”) can hinder effective decision-making in hybrid contexts.
  • Case Study

Blended Finance: Understanding Its Potential for Agenda 2030

  • Source : Development Initiatives Poverty Research
  • 1 January 2016
The report likely provides a foundational overview of blended finance, discussing its origins, mechanisms, effectiveness, and risks. It probably analyses how blended finance can support the delivery of the 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development, while also stressing the importance of strong governance, transparency, and development additionality to ensure that these financial mechanisms truly benefit those in need and contribute positively to achieving the SDGs without creating unintended negative consequences or market distortions.
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Putting the “impact” in Impact Investing: the Rising Demand for Data and Evidence of Social Outcomes

  • Source : American Journal of Evaluation
  • 1 January 2018
This article addresses the increasing demand for robust data and evidence in impact investing to genuinely demonstrate social outcomes. It highlights the importance of rigorous evaluation, impact measurement, and accurate social value assessment to ensure that investments deliver their intended social benefits. The authors discuss the need for enhanced evaluation capacity building within the social investing landscape to move beyond mere financial returns and truly quantify social impact.
  • Case Study

What’s in a Name: an Analysis of Impact Investing Understandings by Academics and Practitioners

  • Source : Journal of Business Ethics
  • 1 January 2015
This article addresses the conceptual clarity issues surrounding impact investing, including the lack of a uniform definition and interchangeable use of terms like “socially responsible investment.” Through an analysis of academic and practitioner works, it highlights similarities and inconsistencies at definitional, terminological, and strategic levels. The research aims to foster a better understanding of impact investing to advance the field and increase its credibility, particularly regarding the characteristics required of impact investees.
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Towards a Unifying Framework of Impact Assessment in Impact Investing

  • Source : Theories of Change
  • 2 January 2021
This chapter advocates for a unifying framework for impact assessment in impact investing, addressing the current lack of common language and diverse methodologies. It proposes that the Global Impact Investing Network (GIIN)’s characterization of impact investing can serve as a basis for assessing impact along an impact value chain, distinguishing outputs from outcomes and impacts. Such a framework would facilitate comparisons, aggregation, and better managerial decision-making for social purpose organizations.
  • Case Study

Mapping Impact Investing: a Bibliometric Analysis

  • Source : Journal of International Financial Markets, Institutions and Money
  • 2 January 2022
This article presents a bibliometric analysis to map the landscape of impact investing research. It systematically reviews existing literature to identify key trends, influential authors, institutions, and prevalent themes within the field. The study provides a comprehensive overview of the academic discourse surrounding impact investing, highlighting its evolution, current focus areas, and potential directions for future research. This mapping serves as a valuable resource for scholars and practitioners alike.
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