Nuveen President Jose Minaya on Sustainability in APAC

The video discusses responsible investing, focusing on ESG and impact investing. It highlights Nuveen's approach, emphasizing long-term asset integrity and real-life examples like Volkswagen and PG&E. The discussion extends to Asia Pacific, noting the growing interest in sustainability, especially among millennials. The impact of geopolitical risks and trade truce between China and the US on market volatility is analyzed. Finally, it explores growth versus defensive investment strategies for 2019, suggesting a shift from tech to healthcare and consumer staples.

What does ESG stand for in the context of responsible investing?

• Environmental, Social, and Governance

• Economic, Social, and Governance

• Economic, Sustainability, and Governance

• Environmental, Sustainability, and Growth

Which of the following is an example of impact investing?

• Investing in fossil fuels

• Investing in luxury real estate

• Investing in affordable housing

• Investing in high-risk tech startups

What is a key factor in maintaining the integrity of an asset in responsible investing?

• Short-term profit maximization

• Ignoring environmental impacts

• Long-term investment horizon

• Focusing solely on financial returns

What demographic is significantly influencing the rise of responsible investing in Asia?

• Baby Boomers

• Generation X

• Millennials

• Generation Z

What percentage of net worth in Asia is expected to transfer to millennials in the next 5 to 7 years?

• 45%

• 35%

• 55%

• 25%

What is a potential risk factor that could lead to a recession beyond 2020?

• Stable interest rates

• Rising consumer confidence

• Decreasing unemployment

• Policy mistakes

Which sector might investors consider for defensive growth in 2019?

• Energy

• Real Estate

• Healthcare

• Technology