Impact investing

Amalgamated Bank has long been an advocate for fossil fuel divestment, having pledged not to invest or lend to fossil fuel companies more than 5 years ago. The Fossil Fuel Free Portfolios managed by Amalgamated Investment Services contain mutual funds and ETFs that have been rigorously screened and attained perfect scores for fossil fuel divestment per environmental watchdog As You Sow.

September is Life Insurance Awareness month. If the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic has taught us anything, it’s to plan ahead and prepare as much as possible for the "worst case scenarios.”

Amalgamated Investment Services offers access to options to help you prepare for the costs of your child’s education, possibly even with a sustainable investment portfolio.

As the economy continues to reopen and normalize, now is a good time to reassess and consider your financial goals, such as saving for a comfortable retirement, or being able to help your child go to college. Saving for both your retirement and your child’s education at the same time can be challenging, but Amalgamated Investment Services offers solutions to help put you on the path to achieving all your goals.

As the world begins to repair and rebound from a global pandemic and economic standstill, it offers a rare opportunity for institutions that hold the potential to shape our world to re-consider a long-term vision for the type of world we want to live in. 

Amalgamated Bank is pleased to announce the launch of ResponsiFunds,¹ a suite of environmental, social, and governance (ESG) investment products designed to align investment and growth goals with organizational values and a vision of a better future.

Demand for ESG investment strategies and products continues to see rapid growth. As we expand our ESG offerings, we are growing the team to lead this important work. We believe that sound Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) competencies will no longer be a trademark of industry distinction but a required commitment to better business practices. 

The divestment movement finds itself fighting on a new, unexpected front. Fossil fuel interest groups (big oil and gas) have been regrouping their lobbying efforts after losing their key allies in the White House. Disappointed by the recent changes made by the federal administration to prioritize climate and environmental protection above get-rich-quick schemes for these businesses, they are now refocusing their efforts at the state level. Texas is enthusiastically taking up the gauntlet and leading the charge.

Against the rosy backdrop of recent market gains lies the cold reality that with the reopening of the economy comes an end to the brief respite from polluting cars and factories. The long-term effects of this pollution are more visible than ever before.