Global SMID Equity Engagement* Annual Report, 2024
Constructive engagement and positive change
Biodiversity: A year in review
Increasing resource use is the main driver of a triple planetary crisis: climate change, biodiversity loss and pollution. Unfortunately, we as humans have failed to manage our global portfolio of assets sustainably. Estimates show that between 1992 and 2014, produced capital per person doubled, and human capital per person increased by about 13% globally; but […]
Wird sich die Aktienrallye 2025 fortsetzen?
Ausblick 2025
SDG Engagement Equity Q3 2024 case study
Varun Beverages
SDG Engagement Equity, H1 2024 report
Enabling and empowering real change
Biowissenschaften: Ein unzurecht verkannter Sektor?
Die Biowissenschaften umfassen alle wissenschaftlichen Disziplinen, die sich mit lebenden Organismen befassen, einschließlich Biologie, Biochemie, Genetik und Mikrobiologie. Sie werden häufig mit der Biotechnologie bzw. Biotech verwechselt, die in der Investmentwelt den Ruf hat, volatil zu sein. Wir bei Federated Hermes blicken über kurzfristige Marktbewegungen hinaus und sehen bei den Unternehmen, die an der Herstellung […]
SDG Engagement Equity Q2 2024 case study
Eagle Materials
World Oceans Day: It’s time to take action
However, following centuries of treating the oceans as an inexhaustible resource, at least a third of fish stocks are depleted.1 Meanwhile microplastic pollution has become endemic, with potentially dangerous consequences for human health. In recognition of World Oceans Day last Saturday, in this article we explore the key threats to ocean health, the issues most […]
Tipping point: UK Nature Strategy
UK companies and consumers have reached a tipping point when it comes to understanding the need to protect and enhance nature. The UK Nature team’s strategy provides exposure to projects and businesses that support natural capital and biodiversity in the UK. In doing so, the strategy aims to deliver high-integrity nature, climate and social impacts […]
Seeds of change: Engaging on deforestation
This fact is increasingly calling investors to action, as well as: Regulatory developments: Regulators are strengthening their demands for traceability, and companies run the risk of fines and reputational damage if they do not comply. Changing consumer preferences: Conscious consumption is on the rise, with consumers increasingly factoring sustainability into their purchasing decisions.1 Heightened visibility: […]
