Table 1 Sample characteristics.

From: Interrelation between human capital management and ESG engagement: evidence from S&P 500 firms

Industry (SIC two digits)

Observations

Percentage (%)

Agriculture, Mining, and Construction (01–19)

168

9.20

Manufacturing (20–39)

843

46.14

Transportation, communications, and utilities (40–49)

164

8.98

Wholesale and retail (50–59)

198

10.84

Finance (60–69)

319

17.46

Services (70–89)

121

6.62

Others (91–99)

14

0.77

Total

1827

100