Business Quote by John C. Bogle
“I do think that impact investing is not that effective. Shares go from investor A to investor B, and the company doesn't even know it. It's inevitably an ineffective way to communicate to the company your feelings.”
About This Quote
Impact investing often fails to influence companies directly; money changes hands without clear feedback to the target firm.
In simple terms: Impact investing may not affect companies effectively.
Key Takeaway
Seek more direct ways to drive change.
Themes
impact investing
financial activism
corporate responsibility
investment strategy
effectiveness
Mood
skeptical
analytical
pragmatic
Type
financial
ethical
When to use this quote
- investment portfolios
- corporate governance
- NGO partnerships
Key Concepts
shareholder engagement
policy advocacy
social entrepreneurship
Questions to Reflect On
- How can investors ensure their money influences corporate behavior?
- What alternatives exist to traditional impact investing?
A Different Perspective
Lack of direct impact can dilute intended outcomes.
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