Investing for sustainable outcomes
We view our role in the investment chain with a straightforward clarity of purpose. As asset managers, aligning the long-term investment horizons of our clients’ capital with companies that will use that capital to create sustainable value is our ultimate fiduciary duty.
For many years, our stewardship activities have benefited our clients through three interconnecting qualities:
We believe in working towards a more sustainable investment environment that can better deliver long-term value creation for our clients.
Awarded the highest possible (A+) rating by the PRI* across all three categories.
Extensive collaboration with International Integrated Reporting Council and UK Financial Reporting Council.
Research and thought leadership shared with clients and industry.
*PRI – Principles for Responsible Investment. Engagement and voting activity is for the period 1 January 2018 to 31 December 2018.
ESG analysis is fully embedded into every aspect of our investment process.
Integration carried out by the portfolio managers who know the companies best.
Implementation overseen by David Sheasby, Head of Stewardship and ESG.
Extensive engagement and voting activity on behalf of our clients.
Leveraging our multi-decade experience in sustainable investing enhances our conviction building and our engagement.
Signatory to Principles for Responsible Investment (PRI) since 2009.
Tier-1 ranking by the FRC for our statement of compliance with the UK Stewardship Code.
Member of International Corporate Governance Network (ICGN).
Latest insights
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Australian opportunities in the renewable transition
Australian companies are well-placed to benefit from the transition away from fossil fuels towards renewable energy over the next decade.
- Date published
- 4 Mar 2021
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- Stewardship & ESG
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A lower carbon perspective for Australian equities
Martin Currie Australia’s client focused investment platform has been evolving to deliver sustainable low carbon solutions for Australia equity investors.
- Date published
- 4 Mar 2021
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- Stewardship & ESG
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COP26 and the importance of 'net zero'
2021 could prove to be a pivotal year in the fight against climate change and the race towards Net Zero emissions
- Date published
- 17 Feb 2021
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- Stewardship & ESG
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Stewardship Annual Report 2020
The Power of Engagement
Active ownership with an integrated ESG-focus delivering sustainable outcomes for our clients.