| While Mintel last reported on the market in 'Ethical and Technology Investments' in December 2001, this updated report is firmly focused upon the ethical side of investments. It looks at the general macroeconomic climate and the factors impacting upon the investment markets overall, as well as the value of investments within the UK. Focusing more on socially responsible investments SRIs, the report also details the social trends that have created a growing number of more socially aware investors, and the performance of those products tailored to this segment of the market.
While more visible than ever before, SRIs are still undoubtedly a niche market. In the Advertising and Promotion section of this report, Mintel looks at ways in which providers have been looking to grow the market. Further insight into ways in which consumers can be tempted into investing in SRIs can be found in The Consumer section of this report, in which the results of Mintel's exclusive research are detailed. Finally, the potential developments in the market are detailed, alongside a forecast of the growth of the market over the coming five years.
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