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Global Sustainable Outcomes, and how Covid-19 could change the world for ever

Episode 11 - Eye of the Needle podcast

In this episode we talk to portfolio manager Pauline Grange about global equities and investing in companies which, through their products or services, aim to address the world’s biggest environmental and social challenges. We also look at the impact the coronavirus is having on the world around us and what this means for the future of societies and impact investing, and find out how Pauline is tackling the boredom of lockdown.

About this podcast
Eye of the Needle is a magazine-style podcast that aims to demystify the world of investing and shine a light on the people that look after your money. Featuring guests from the Columbia Threadneedle investments team and regular segments that cover personal finance and investing, Eye of the Needle is a must-listen for anyone looking to learn more about money, with a direct line to the people at the centre of Columbia Threadneedle Investments.
19 February 2021
Pauline Grange
Pauline Grange
Portfolio Manager, Global Equities
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The research and analysis included on this website has been produced by Columbia Threadneedle Investments for its own investment management activities, may have been acted upon prior to publication and is made available here incidentally. Any opinions expressed are made as at the date of publication but are subject to change without notice and should not be seen as investment advice. Information obtained from external sources is believed to be reliable but its accuracy or completeness cannot be guaranteed.

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The research and analysis included on this website has been produced by Columbia Threadneedle Investments for its own investment management activities, may have been acted upon prior to publication and is made available here incidentally. Any opinions expressed are made as at the date of publication but are subject to change without notice and should not be seen as investment advice. Information obtained from external sources is believed to be reliable but its accuracy or completeness cannot be guaranteed.

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