Responsible Investing Center

Wealth inequality, which disproportionately affects marginalized groups, is a complex issue driven by many factors, including homeownership. Restricted access to credit, which enables millions to finance homes over 30 years or more, plays a significant role in the racial and generational wealth divide within the United States.

As the 2024 U.S. election approaches, Calvert managers and analysts are increasingly asked how responsible investing will be impacted under different election outcomes. We see marked differences in how the candidates and parties approach issues at the heart of responsible investing—climate and energy, diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI), and income inequality. In our view, these core issues will remain relevant to investors regardless of election outcomes. At Calvert, responsible investing means using financially material information related to ESG risks and opportunities to identify companies that are better positioned to perform over the long term.