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Socially Responsible Investing An investment that is considered socially responsible because of the nature of the business the company conducts. Common themes for socially responsible investments include avoiding investment in companies that produce or sell addictive substances (like alcohol, gambling and tobacco) and seeking out companies engaged in social justice, environmental sustainability and alternative energy/clean technology efforts. Socially responsible investments can be made in individual companies or through a socially conscious mutual fund or exchange-traded fund (ETF).

Breaking it Down: "Socially conscious" investing is growing into a widely-followed practice, as there are dozens of new funds and pooled investment vehicles available for... Read More