Is This the Investing Metric of the Future?

You don't have to go far to find a list of trending investing topics these days. Investing has pretty much gone from geek to chic overnight, ushering in a league of investors who are waiting for their stocks to explode and make them rich.

But as ravishing as the income potential can be for an investor, there's another measure of company performance that's gaining traction. It's called ESG (environmental, social, and governance) and it's driving the way stakeholders assess the value of today's companies.

Here are a few insights to help you become more acquainted with ESG. Take note: This could become the socially responsible buzzword of the decade.

Source Fool.com