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A detailed look at the role of social responsibility in finance and investingThe concept of socially responsible finance and investing continues to grow, especially in the wake of one of the most devastating financial crises in history. This includes responsibility from the corporate side (corporate social responsibility) as well as the investor side (socially responsible investing) of the capital markets. Filled with in-depth insights and practical advice, Socially Responsible Finance and Investing offers an important basis of knowledge regarding both the theory and practice of this ever-evolving area of finance.As part of the Robert W. Kolb Series in Finance, this book showcases contributed chapters from professionals and academics with extensive expertise on this particular subject. It provides a comprehensive view of socially responsible foundations and their applications to finance and investing as determined by the current state of research.Discusses many important issues associated with socially responsible finance and investing, like moral hazard and the concept of "too big to fail"Contains contributed chapters from numerous thought-leaders in the field of financePresents comprehensive coverage starting with the basics and bringing you through to cutting-edge, current theory and practiceNow more than ever, we need to be mindful of the social responsibilities of all investment practices. The recent financial crisis and recession has changed the financial landscape for years to come and Socially Responsible Finance and Investing is a timely guide to help us navigate this difficult terrain.
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The Robert W. Kolb Series in Finance provides a comprehensive view of the field of finance in all of its variety and complexity. It covers all major topics and specializations in finance, ranging from investments, to corporate finance, to financial institutions. Each volume is written or edited by a specialist (or specialists) in a particular area of finance and is intended for practicing finance professionals, graduate students, and advanced undergraduate students. The goal of each volume is to encapsulate the current state of knowledge in a particular area of finance so that the reader can quickly achieve a mastery of that discipline. Please visit www.wiley.com/go/kolbseries to learn about recent and forthcoming titles in the Kolb Series.
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SOCIALLY RESPONSIBLE FINANCE AND INVESTING Financial Institutions, Corporations, Investors, and Activists Editors
H. Kent Baker John R. Nofsinger The Robert W. Kolb Series in Finance
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