One of the key barriers that female entrepreneurs face when developing their businesses is a lack of access to venture capital or funding. 

Although global organizations are steadily shifting their focus to environmental, social, governance (ESG), and sustainability factors, their strategies and efforts will continue to fall short over time. Collective action led by purposeful and courageous leaders to solve the world's current problems would result in a more extensive transformation, allowing businesses to thrive.

Investors can invest sustainably in a number of different ways. The sustainable investing spectrum allows investors to build a portfolio based on their personal values, risk appetite and financial goals.

From correction to comeback. After losing ground in September through mid-October, global equities staged a rather remarkable rally.