Relative Return: Calling out the BS in ESG
In this week’s episode, Infinity Asset Management’s chief investment officer, Piers Bolger, shares his insights on BHP, Westpac, Afterpay, managed accounts and the marketing spin surrounding the ESG movement.
Bolger sits down with host and senior journalist James Mitchell to discuss:
- How he started out in financial services
- The impact of rising rates on assets and asset allocation
- Why Infinity never bought (or sold) Afterpay
- Why he likes BHP but doesn’t like Westpac
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