Sustainable Finance Market Share, Size, Trends, Industry Analysis Report, By Investment Type (Equity, Fixed Income, Mixed Allocation, Others); By Transaction Type; By Industry Verticals; By Region; Segment Forecast, 2023 - 2032
The global sustainable finance stent market size is expected to reach USD 25,900.21 billion by 2032, according to a new study by Polaris Market Research. The report “Sustainable Finance Market Share, Size, Trends, Industry Analysis Report, By Investment Type (Equity, Fixed Income, Mixed Allocation, Others); By Transaction Type; By Industry Verticals; By Region; Segment Forecast, 2023 - 2032” gives a detailed insight into current market dynamics and provides analysis on future market growth.
The sustainable finance market refers to the financial activities and instruments integrating environmental, social, and governance (ESG) considerations into investment decision-making and capital allocation. It encompasses many practices, products, and services that support sustainable development, address environmental challenges, and promote social equality.
Sustainable finance seeks to align financial flows with sustainability goals, ensuring that economic growth and prosperity go hand in hand with environmental protection and social well-being. It recognizes that financial decisions significantly impact the environment and society and aims to channel capital toward projects and companies that deliver positive social and environmental outcomes.
The market includes various segments, such as green bonds, sustainability-linked loans, impact investing, ESG-focused funds, and responsible banking services. These instruments allow investors to support sustainable projects and companies while generating financial returns.
Several factors, including increasing awareness of environmental and social challenges, regulatory developments, investor demand for sustainable investment options, and the recognition of the financial materiality of ESG factors, drive the growth of the sustainable finance market.
The benefits of sustainable finance extend beyond financial returns. They include reduced environmental risks, improved corporate governance, enhanced brand reputation, access to new markets and customers, and resilience to future market trends.
While the sustainable finance market has experienced significant growth in recent years, it continues to evolve as new strategies, technologies, and regulatory frameworks emerge. The market provides investors, businesses, and governments opportunities to contribute to sustainable development, drive positive change, and shape a more resilient and inclusive global economy.
There is a growing awareness of environmental and social challenges, including climate change, resource depletion, and social inequality. This increased awareness has increased demand for sustainable investment options and financial products that align with environmental and social goals.
Companies are realizing the benefits of incorporating sustainability into their business strategies. Adopting sustainable practices can enhance brand reputation, attract customers, improve operational efficiency, reduce costs, and mitigate risks. Businesses are increasingly integrating sustainability considerations into their financing and investment decisions, driving growth in sustainable finance.
Sustainable Finance Market Report Highlights
In 2022, the fixed-income segment accounted for the largest share of the sustainable finance market. The fixed-income segment's dominance can be attributed to the growing demand for sustainable investments and the ability of fixed-income instruments to provide stable returns and diversification.
The green bond segment held the highest market share in 2022 due to the various benefits it offers to issuers and investors. The market's ability to attract a diverse investor base, deliver reputational advantages, and potentially provide pricing benefits has contributed to its success as a prominent segment within sustainable finance.
In 2022, Europe dominated the largest market in sustainable finance, the incorporation of ESG principles into business and investment practices, coupled with Europe's focus on climate-related borrowing and pandemic-related financing needs, has propelled the significant growth of the sustainable finance market in Europe.
The global key market players include Acuity Knowledge Partners, Arabesque Partners, BNP Paribas, Clarity AI, Goldman Sachs, KPMG International, NOMURA HOLDINGS, INC., PwC, Refinitiv, Starling Bank, Stripe, Inc., Triodos Bank UK Ltd.
Polaris Market Research has segmented the Sustainable Finance market report based on investment type, transaction type, industry verticals, and region:
Sustainable Finance, Investment Type Outlook (Revenue - USD Billion, 2019 - 2032)
Equity
Fixed Income
Mixed Allocation
Others
Sustainable Finance, Transaction Type Outlook (Revenue - USD Billion, 2019 - 2032)
Green Bond
Social Bond
Mixed-sustainability Bond
Sustainable Finance, Industry Verticals Outlook (Revenue - USD Billion, 2019 - 2032)
Utilities
Transport and Logistics
Chemicals
Food and Beverage
Government
Others
Sustainable Finance, Regional Outlook (Revenue - USD Billion, 2019 - 2032)
North America
U.S.
Canada
Europe
Germany
UK
France
Italy
Spain
Russia
Netherlands
Asia Pacific
China
India
Japan
South Korea
Indonesia
Malaysia
Latin America
Argentina
Brazil
Mexico
Middle East & Africa
UAE
Saudi Arabia
Israel
South Africa