The impact of ESG ratings on firm risks in Taiwan's market

Shun Fen Chang; Bai Sian Chen; Hong Yi Chen; Hsiao Yin Chen

doi:10.1016/j.pacfin.2025.102819

The impact of ESG ratings on firm risks in Taiwan's market

Shun Fen Chang
, Bai Sian Chen^*
, Hong Yi Chen
, Hsiao Yin Chen

^*Corresponding author for this work

Department of Digital Financial Technology

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Abstract

This study investigates the impact of a firm's ESG achievements on various dimensions of firm risk, including financial risks, stock price crash risks, and financial constraints. Empirical evidence reveals a negative association between ESG scores and financial risks, as well as financial constraints, indicating that higher ESG performance contributes to lower overall firm risk. The reduction in crash risks becomes particularly evident during the COVID-19 crisis, highlighting the protective role of ESG engagement in times of market stress. These findings suggest that strategic investment in ESG activities enhances a firm's resilience and stability during both normal and adverse conditions.

Original language	English
Article number	102819
Journal	Pacific Basin Finance Journal
Volume	92
DOIs	https://doi.org/10.1016/j.pacfin.2025.102819
State	Published - 09 2025

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Keywords

Crash risk
ESG
Financial constraint
Financial risk

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The impact of ESG ratings on firm risks in Taiwan's market

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