Two indicators for firearm stock prices and ESG investments : The Indicator from Planet Money After the mass shooting in Uvalde, Texas, some investors are making bets on gun-related stocks while others are trying to avoid them altogether.

The money going into and out of gun stocks

The money going into and out of gun stocks

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The nation is reeling after a shooting in a Uvalde, Texas, elementary school. Firearm companies, however, are increasing in value at the same time that some investors are seeking to align their investments with their values.

Today, two indicators on the relationship between firearms and financial markets.

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Correction June 9, 2022

In an earlier version of this episode, we incorrectly stated that firearm manufacturer Sturm, Ruger & Co. makes the Bushmaster rifle. That error has been removed from the audio.