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Each quarter, Sonen Capital’s investment team provides a Quarterly Market Commentary. We present a macro analysis of capital markets and the global issues affecting them. We also feature a thematic review of the latest trends in impact investing.
DownloadSince the financial crisis in 2008, there has been a growth in interest in real assets investing as a way to diversify and strengthen portfolios. This primer provides investors and the general public with an introduction to (or update on) the sustainable real assets market.
Learn MoreWe are pleased to share with you the second report in Sonen’s Lessons from the Field series, 2013 Annual Impact Report – Impact Investing in Public Markets: Methodology, Analysis and Thought Leadership. This report illustrates clearly and specifically, the quantitative and qualitative impact performance data on Sonen’s public markets investment strategies.
Learn MoreThe purpose of the conference was to bring together a community of socially innovative thinkers who understand what is good for society is also good for business. Managing Director, Julia Sze discusses impact investing solutions in a session titled, The Art of Impact Investing. NOTE: The clip is from 41:16 to 1:30:39.
Learn MoreFrom Ideas to Practice, Pilots to Strategy is both an attempt — and an opportunity — to disseminate the best practices and lessons learned from the first movers, early adopters and bold innovators in the field of impact investing, with the goal of further advancing the sector.
Learn MoreSonen Capital, a leading Social & Environmental impact investment firm, in collaboration with the KL Felicitas Foundation (KLF), announced the launch of the first-of-its-kind report detailing the financial performance of an impact investing portfolio.
Learn MoreRaúl Pomares discusses his experience developing integrated investment portfolios that deliver financial returns AND social impact.
Learn MoreTom Bird, Sonen’s Entrepreneur in Residence, speaks to his involvement in activities within impact investing and shares lessons learned.
Learn MoreA challenging economic climate for investors, donors and nonprofits alike has prompted increased interest in “impact investing,” leveraging a broad range of investments to address major social and environmental problems while also earning a return. For investors exploring this nascent field, Rockefeller Philanthropy Advisors has published Solutions for Impact Investors: From Strategy to Implementation, practical guidance on tightening the link between making investment decisions and impact.
Learn MoreOpportunities to invest in domestic sustainable food and agriculture have grown dramatically in the last decade. There now exists a vibrant ecosystem of investors, philanthropists, policy makers, food producers, and advocacy groups, all in tireless pursuit of a solution.
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