Pioneers Post

Call yourself an impact investor, and – unlike any other investor – you’ll be required to spend time and money proving that you’re doing what you say you’re doing.

Better Society Capital, the UK’s social investment wholesaler, reveals 7% growth in the market since 2022 plus a new analysis of the most prolific types of investor.

Experts had warned government’s January policy change would exclude more women and ethnic minority founders from winning investment. They welcome reversal, but flag it’s a ‘drop in the ocean’ in battle to create a more diverse investment ecosystem.

Africa’s award-winning catalytic investor SAB Foundation has an impressive record in sustaining early-stage impact businesses, viewed as too risky by many. The secret lies in how it supports entrepreneurs.

Impact investors face challenges in comparing results with peers, with 75% citing it as a significant issue. The Global Impact Investing Network urges leadership and data sharing for improvement.

What does ‘social value’ actually mean? How is it used in practice? Stephanie Robertson and Ada Yip, co-chairs at Social Value International, have the answers in our latest explainer.

Fondo de Impacto Social – or Social Impact Fund – is announced at the GSG Global Impact Summit with an aim to further boost Spain’s thriving impact investment market.

Impact verification involves independent assessments of investors’ impact management processes or impact performance against industry standards. It plays a crucial role in building trust and credibility in impact investing, addressing concerns about impact-washing.

Accounting is overlooked in economic theory, limiting its potential to address social and environmental challenges. It determines value distribution. Reimagine accounting as a driver of the economy, reflecting social rights and responsibilities to create a more holistic approach.

Global venture investment in impact startups dropped in 2022 after a record high last year amidst a general slowdown in the venture capital market.