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The ESG Illusion: Why Green Funds Don’t Guarantee a Gold Mine in 2026
Because the green-washing tide has turned the promise of endless gold into a mirage; in 2026, most ESG funds lag, bleed fees, and expose investors to volatility that only a contrarian can navigate. The Rise and Fall of the ESG Return Myth Key Takeaways * ESG hype peaked between 2020-22 but