PIMCO X Lynk Speaker Session: Is ESG Ready to Take Centre Stage in a Post-Pandemic World?

As the pandemic in 2020 caused wide-scale deglobalisation and rapid decoupling of supply chains, investors are shifting away from vulnerable assets in such volatile times. This period coincides with a renewed momentum of the ESG (environmental, social and corporate governance) movement in the finance space, which calls for asset managers to think critically about investing sustainably rather than focusing just on generating financial returns.

In a co-branded event between PIMCO and Lynk, Isabel spoke to PIMCO Head of APAC and Managing Director Kimberley Stafford about the latest trends on socially responsible investing and how asset owners assess performance of ESG-focused funds. The session drew over 300 attendees from Asia Pacific and Europe.