Malaysia's Top Pension Fund Sees ESG as 'Vaccine for Any Crises'

The video discusses the impact of national emergencies on market stability, emphasizing the importance of managing volatility in capital markets. It explores long-term investment strategies, highlighting sectors that benefited from COVID-19, such as technology. The role of technology in crisis resilience is analyzed, along with potential risks. The video also covers ESG compliance and sustainability initiatives, aiming for future resilience. Finally, it examines globalization challenges and the impact of vaccine distribution on supply chains and economic risks.

What was one of the positive effects of the national emergency on the Malaysian stock market?

• Increased volatility

• Introduction of new regulations

• Stabilization of the market

• Decrease in investor confidence

Which sector was highlighted as benefiting from the COVID-19 pandemic due to social integration?

• Healthcare

• Manufacturing

• Technology

• Real Estate

What is a potential risk mentioned for the technology sector?

• Decreased demand for tech products

• Regulatory changes in the tech industry

• Increased competition from new startups

• A hyper virus affecting hardware systems

By what year does EPF aim to have a fully ESG compliant portfolio?

• 2025

• 2050

• 2030

• 2040

How did ESG-compliant assets perform during the height of COVID-19 compared to other asset classes?

• They increased in value

• They deteriorated at a lower rate

• They remained stable

• They deteriorated at a higher rate

What is a major challenge in the global distribution of vaccines?

• Supply chain disruptions

• High cost of vaccines

• Insufficient demand for vaccines

• Lack of vaccine production

What is a key risk associated with globalization mentioned in the transcript?

• Supply chain vulnerabilities

• Political instability

• Increased tariffs

• Currency fluctuations