A key part of our investment process is to consider material risks and opportunities facing companies and industries including Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) issues.

Our team diligently engages with companies on ESG risks and opportunities, with the aim of strengthening our conviction in portfolio risk management and improving investment outcomes.

ESG investment is about active engagement, with the goal of improving the performance of assets we manage around the world. To do this, we have a team of over 50 ESG specialists spanning the globe. This on-the-ground resource means we can fully understand the investments we make for our clients, building detailed pictures of companies that we invest in and the markets in which we operate.

As part of assessing Environmental, Social and Governance (“ESG”) risks within our investment portfolios, our investment team identifies risks related to modern slavery within our investment universe. This analysis informs how we engage with companies and industry to drive positive change.