Investing With Integrity - Your Questions Answered
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In this episode, Jeff addresses questions about biblically responsible investing (BRI). He defines BRI as investing aimed at honoring and magnifying God and explains that it involves filtering out companies involved in immoral activities and supporting companies that contribute to human well-being. Talarico emphasizes the importance of BRI for believers, as it aligns with the teachings of Jesus and allows for a holistic lifestyle where faith permeates every aspect of existence. He also discusses the performance of BRI, the difference between owning a company and owning a product, and the misconception that BRI encourages discrimination.
Takeaways
Biblically responsible investing (BRI) is investing aimed at honoring and magnifying God by filtering out companies involved in immoral activities and supporting companies that contribute to human well-being.
BRI is important for believers as it aligns with the teachings of Jesus and allows for a holistic lifestyle where faith permeates every aspect of existence.
Research suggests that adopting values-based investment approaches like BRI can positively influence investment performance.
Owning a company as a shareholder comes with responsibility for the company's actions, while owning a product does not.
BRI does not encourage discrimination, but rather seeks to avoid supporting companies that engage in activism and disregard the beliefs of employees and shareholders.
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