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Hard sector exclusions. Integrates Environmental, Social and Governance factors into the portfolio
The fund seeks to generate superior risk-adjusted equity returns with a robust and disciplined investment process that focuses on investing in quality companies at attractive valuations and holding them for the long term, whilst integrating Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) factors into the construction of the portfolio.
It is easy to feel confused about ESG investing today. The media, and investment industry, are awash with differing interpretations of what is often being portrayed as a relatively new style of investing.
We see it differently. To us, ESG is merely a modern interpretation of an age-old concept that companies are not run purely for the benefit of their shareholders – there are other stakeholders to be considered.
Specifically, corporations are becoming increasingly aware of their Environmental responsibilities in terms of, for example, carbon emissions and waste management – future generations are the obvious stakeholders in this regard. Companies are also coming under increasing pressure to show Social awareness in their treatment of their own workforce and the wider community. Finally, good Governance aligns the interests of boards and management teams with shareholders and other stakeholders.
The fund will not invest in the production of fossil fuels, alcohol, tobacco, gambling and armaments. In addition, quantitative and qualitative analysis is used to assess whether companies pay due attention and consideration to ESG concerns and demonstrate this through ESG policies and practice.
Risk warning:
The value of investments and the income therefrom is not guaranteed and can fall as well as rise due to stock market and currency movements. When you sell your investment, you may get back less than you originally invested. The value of overseas securities will be influenced by the rate of exchange which is used to convert these to sterling. The opinions expressed herein are those of Cantab Asset Management Ltd and should not be construed as investment advice. Past performance is not a guide to future performance.
ESG Performance Warning:
It is important to note that in selecting ESG investments, a screening out process has taken place which eliminates many investments potentially providing good financial returns. By reducing the universe of possible investments, the investment performance of ESG portfolios might be less than that potentially produced by selecting from the larger unscreened universe.