Summary As COVID-19 spread globally during the first quarter of 2020, financial markets turned extremely volatile in the U.S. and worldwide. The impact of COVID-19 has affected policymakers, investors, and firms on a global scale. Notably, during such volatile market conditions, Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) investment strategies have gained popularity worldwide. According to Morningstar, … Continue reading Reconsidering Systematic Factors During the COVID-19 Pandemic – The Rising Importance of ESG