The loss of reproductive rights as a political risk factor

This ImpactAlpha article argues that the U.S. Supreme Court’s overturning of Roe v. Wade has created new political, legal, and reputational risks for companies and investors. The authors explore how the rollback of reproductive rights destabilizes the workforce, disrupts social consensus, and creates polarization that threatens economic prospects. They also examine how Gen Z activism and shifting employee expectations are pushing businesses to take positions on issues they once avoided, making neutrality an untenable strategy.