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The $3.9 Trillion Revolution: How ESG Investing Reshapes Global Finance in 2025
ESG investing has grown from a niche ethical screen to a $3.9 trillion global asset class by 2025, according to Morningstar Sustainalytics. This article traces the historical roots from the 18th century to the modern UN-backed framework, and dives deep into the hidden economic logic behind the surge. We uncover the tension between rapid capital inflows and the authenticity of ESG ratings, the challenge of standardization, and the long-term impact on corporate behavior. An essential read for investors, policymakers, and anyone seeking to understand how environmental, social, and governance factors are redrawing the map of global finance.