Scientific Beta

Scientific Beta is pleased to announce that its paper on ESG information and portfolio construction has been shortlisted in the "Best ESG Research" category of the ESG Investing Awards 2026.

Scientific Beta is pleased to announce that its paper on ESG information and portfolio construction has been shortlisted in the "Best ESG Research: Vendor" category of the ESG Investing Awards 2026.

The research, written by Giovanni Bruno, Antoine Naly and Felix Goltz, shows that ESG information can improve performance in traditional backtests, but adds no value to portfolio construction when evaluated out-of-sample, highlighting the critical importance of robust, forward-looking validation.

The ESG Investing Awards 2026 are the only awards devoted to assessing and evaluating the best companies involved in all areas of ESG investing across the globe including investment funds, research and vendor products. The winners will be announced on March 5, 2026.