Responsible investors should be wary of defence developments: ZenithBY MATTHEW WAI | THURSDAY, 23 APR 2026 3:56PMIncreased global conflict has driven investor interest in defence sectors but there isn't a solid line between ESG and defence stocks, with the latter presenting more exposure across different sectors due to the current macro developments. Related News |
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