Article Details
  • Published Online:
    October  2024
  • Product Name:
    The IUP Journal of Applied Economics
  • Product Type:
    Article
  • Product Code:
    AE031024
  • Author Name:
    Geeta Singh and Satish Kumar
  • Availability:
    YES
  • Subject/Domain:
    Economics
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  • Pages:
    16
Impact of Legal Environment on ESG Performance: An Empirical Study on Firms in G20 Countries
Abstract

Geeta Singh* and Satish Kumar

Introduction

Environmental, social, and governance (ESG) factors are increasingly becoming a central focus for investors, companies, and regulatory bodies. ESG metrics help measure the sustainability and societal impact of a business and its long-term risks. These criteria go beyond traditional financial measures and reflect a company’s overall ethical stance, accountability, and sustainability practices.