To date, the concept of sustainable development has gained global attention from companies and investors. One important reason for this is the increasing interest of investors in incorporating environmental, social, and governance (ESG) elements into their investments. The purpose of this dissertation is to analyze the correlation between ESG factor performance and corporate financial performance in Chinese technology enterprises. Additionally, the study focuses on Internet and medical technology companies to ensure relevance. The findings of the study provide guidance on ESG investment and sustainability for both companies and individual investors.
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