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Path Financial, David MacDonald | Authentic Impact: Is the Trade-Off Worth It?

October 27, 2025 | 16m 39s

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Impact investing demands trade-offs. Path Financial's founder, David MacDonald, reveals why he built a business that screens out challenging assets, accepting potential volatility for integrity. He argues these exclusions actually future-proof portfolios.

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