Schroders creates long-term value through sustainable investing, commitment to people and the planet
- Looking beyond profit, Schroders is also committed to investing responsibly while making a positive impact on society and the environment
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The hastened shift from purely financially driven to values-based investing is perhaps one of the lasting outcomes of Covid-19. Though sustainable investing traces its beginnings to the 1800s, at no time has environmental, social and governance (ESG) criteria taken more prominence than now. Global sustainable fund flows reached US$70 billion last year from only US$5 billion in 2018, according to Morningstar. Bloomberg pegs the value of ESG assets at US$37.8 trillion as of last year, which is projected to reach US$53 trillion by 2025.
This comes as no surprise to Schroder Investment Management (Hong Kong) – investing with conviction is in its DNA, having originated from mid-19th century London where Schroders continues to be among the 100 largest listed companies. By continually validating market opportunities and pursuing them at the right time, the firm aims to deliver investment returns to its clients while making a positive impact on society and the environment.
“We see ourselves as an investor, but we look beyond profit,” said Amy Cho, CEO, Hong Kong, and deputy head for Asia-Pacific at Schroders. “When we look at the assets of our clients, besides looking after risk and return, we also place much emphasis on the third dimension, which is impact. Only by considering these three pillars together can we uncover a company’s real investment potential.”
Increasing attention on sustainable investing
