Private Wealth

Rethinking Ethical Investing with Elise McKay, Pendal Group

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01.08.2025

In this special edition of SB Talks, Stanford Brown Private Wealth Adviser, Anita Vallelonga, sits down with Elise McKay, Portfolio Manager at Pendal Group’s Horizon Fund, to break down the evolving world of ethical investing. Together they explore what ethical investing really means, how it differs from ESG and impact investing, and why more Australians are aligning their money with their values.

Elise shares her practical framework for responsible investing, explains how Horizon Fund balances performance with purpose, and addresses common misconceptions about greenwashing and underperformance. A must must listen for anyone looking to make an impact without sacrificing returns.

 

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