Are ESG Controversies Getting Worse or Just More Common?
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ESG Controversies: Are ESG Incidents Getting Worse or Just More Common?

Our latest report finds that stock returns for companies involved in ESG controversies dropped 2% within six months of the incident. Over the past decade, prominent firms across industries have experienced ESG controversies, from compliance breaches to labor or product-related issues, with measurable financial consequences. Check out our analysis of 10,000+ companies to uncover the trends behind these risks and what they mean for investors.  

How Do Swiss Companies Perform on ESG? 

Swiss companies rank 8th out of 28 OECD countries in overall ESG impact performance, positioning them as strong performers globally. Our latest blog explores where they lead, particularly in environmental, social, and labor metrics, and where gaps remain, as governance is less consistent and the real estate sector lags behind.  



New @ Inrate

Access Company ESG ratings on Inrate’s website

Inrate's ESG Ratings for all companies in the Swiss Performance Index (SPI) and Swiss Bond Index (SBI) are now directly accessible on our website. Our new Impact Explorer gives you instant access to company-level ESG performance.



Methodology Update: Refining SDG Contribution Assessments

Inrate has enhanced its SDG assessment methodology for greater accuracy and relevance across two pillars:

Products & Services — Impact values now integrate company-specific parameters, allowing upgrades or downgrades within the same business activity for a more nuanced evaluation.

Management & Operations — ESG aspects (Environmental, Social, Governance, Labour) are now mapped directly to individual SDGs, delivering sharper differentiation.



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