Impact Opportunities Equity, Annual Report 2023

Edit with Elementor Loading Fast reading: Market performance and review, 2023 Activity highlights, 2023 Thematic focus: Is the end in sight for animal testing? Case study: Novo Nordisk Impact Opportunities Equity, Annual Report 2023 Download Archive: Please see previous reports below: Impact Opportunities, Q2 2024 Impact Opportunities, Q1 2024 Impact Opportunities, Q4 2023 Impact Opportunities […]

SDG Engagement Equity Q3 2024 case study

Varun Beverages

SDG Engagement Equity, H1 2024 report

Enabling and empowering real change

Biowissenschaften: 4 Gründe, warum dieser in Ungnade gefallene Sektor Aufmerksamkeit verdient

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

Impact Opportunities Equity, Q2 2024

Fast reading A thematic approach: Our holdings fit into one or more of nine impact themes aligned with the UN SDGs. Eliminate, circulate, regenerate: How can the Circular Economy address the challenges faced by the planet? Case study: Cintas Case study: Brambles Download Archive: Previous editions Please see previous editions of our Impact Opportunities reporting […]

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 […]

Biodiversity Equity, Interim Report, 2023-4

Fast reading Philosophy and impact overview: Our portfolio is aligned with six major biodiversity themes and 11 of the United Nations’ Sustainable Development Goals. Special feature: Our biodiversity champions (and why they might not be the companies you expect). Case studies: We drill down into the team’s engagement with two key holdings: a data provider […]

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: […]