Established in 2017, Goodments is an responsible investing app which helps thousands of ordinary people research and invest in shares and funds that not only (hopefully!) make you money, but also fit your environmental, social and ethical values. goodments.com What is responsible investing? Responsible, Ethical, Sustainable or Social investing is choosing investments that align with […]
From Loch Ness monster to Facebook trolls: time’s up for fake news
Back in the days of black and white TV and the evening news, there were still rumours that man didn’t really land on the moon; that it was all fake. Fast forward to 2019, when Facebook has declared it won’t fact check political ads, and there’s no end to the outlandish conspiracy theories social media […]
Spilling the tea on how we calculate Goodness scores
This week, we’re going to spill the tea on how we calculate Goodness scores. Our modus operandi is to sleuth the Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) claims made by over 7000 global companies and ETFs (Exchange Traded Funds), 2300 of which are available to trade on Goodments. In a world awash with green packaging, Environmental, […]
$400 billion by 2028 – do ETFs mark an investment revolution?
Galvanized by younger investors, the market for socially responsible funds has never been stronger, with ETFs (exchange-traded funds) available in increasingly niche categories. With more flexible trading opportunities, diverse stock portfolios and lower capital gains taxes, there are lots of benefits to choosing an ETF. Such assets are predicted to be worth $400 billion by […]
From 0 to 100 – the rise of Electric Vehicles
Over 100 years ago, Henry Ford revolutionised automotive manufacturing with the assembly line. Fast forward to 2019, and electric vehicles (EVs) will likely take the crown as the next giant leap of automotive innovation. In fact, EVs are forecast to overtake combustion cars by 2040. This GoodDive we pop the hood on two exciting EV brands; Tesla and General Motors.
The Gooddive: Medicinal cannabis is gathering speed, but are the sustainability claims just hot air?
With changing attitudes towards cannabis and legalisation gaining momentum internationally, innovative suppliers are creating exciting opportunities for investors. But is there a sustainable investing case for medicinal cannabis?
Here’s how you can pay for your trades with Goodments.
Your Goodments Wallet Your very own personal bank account set up in your name with your own BSB and Account number. It is the most cost-effective way to fund your trades, but depending on your bank it can take up to 3 days to transfer the money into the Wallet. Your Wallet is also the […]
Top CEOs commit to more than just profit and shareholders.
On Aug. 19, the Business Roundtable, a lobbying group composed of the US’s leading CEOs, announced an exciting new purpose for corporations.
The Gooddive: Fashion-forward brands – worth the investment?
The fashion industry is increasingly being scrutinised for the role it plays in creating global environmental issues. With fashion brands The RealReal, Revolve and Levi’s raising impressive amounts in their recent IPO’s, we take a look into the sustainable practises and value of backing each company. RealReal, Inc (REAL) +0.79% Goodments Score: 75 Following its $300 million IPO, […]