Engagement relating to the conflict in Ukraine
The tragic events currently unfolding in the Ukraine, which have devastated communities and displaced a population, are having both a disastrous short term human cost as well as wider reaching implications for society, global markets and sustainability efforts. Respect for human and labour rights is a priority engagement theme for EOS. As the world grapples […]
Looking into 2022 with Federated Hermes
Global markets have seen significant volatility in 2021 driven by price inflation, expectations for interest rates, commodities shortages and covid-19 variants. An enormous amount of attention has been placed on fighting the climate crisis and how all market participants can effectively transition to net zero. Will these trends persist into next year? Looking into 2022 […]
Federated Hermes appoints Responsible Investing & Sustainability Director to its Emerging Markets team
London – The international business of Federated Hermes has announced the hire of Olivia Lankester as Responsible Investing & Sustainability Director to its global emerging markets equities team, reporting to Kunjal Gala, Lead Portfolio Manager. Joining this week, Olivia will work with the team to enhance and communicate its vision for responsible investing, ESG integration […]
Responsible Capitalism Survey
Institutional investors believe ESG factors are more important than financial metrics when evaluating a company’s long-term attractiveness
Federated Hermes (International) brand ranks first place for genuine commitment to sustainable investment
Asset managers have a crucial and active role to play in creating a sustainable future and the international business of Federated Hermes’ brand has been recognised for its genuine commitment and leadership in the industry. The Hirschel & Kramer’s Responsible Investment Brand Index (RIBI™) assesses a firm’s ability to translate its commitment to sustainable development […]
Federated Hermes appoints Head of Data Governance
The international business of Federated Hermes has appointed Sally Bashuan as Head of Data Governance, based in London. Sally joins the firm from Aviva Investors, where she was Head of Data and Analytics for the UK and Europe in their Real Assets business. Sally will be responsible for overseeing data governance and the overall data […]
Federated Hermes joins the One Planet Asset Managers initiative
The international business of Federated Hermes is taking collaborative action on climate change with its peers and has joined the One Planet Asset Managers (OPAM) initiative. The OPAM initiative was set up in 2019 by eight founding asset managers to accelerate the understanding of the implications of climate-related risks and opportunities within long-term investment portfolios. […]
Federated Hermes appoints Gemma Corrigan as Head of Policy and Advocacy
The International business of Federated Hermes has appointed Gemma Corrigan as Head of Policy and Advocacy, based in London. She will work within its Responsibility Office and report to Leon Kamhi, Head of Responsibility. Gemma will develop and lead the implementation of the firm’s advocacy programme. Drawing on her significant public sector experience, she will […]
Wellington Place in Leeds secures £87.8million financing
The international business of Federated Hermes and Canada Pension Plan Investment Board (CPP Investments) have secured a loan facility on Wellington Place, their jointly owned business park in Leeds city centre. The £87.8 million, five-year floating rate loan has been provided by Barings Real Estate, part of Barings LLC, one of the world’s largest diversified […]
Federated Hermes adds sales expert Mike Daly to UK Wholesale team
The international business of Federated Hermes has announced the hire of Mike Daly as Sales Director reporting into Dan Churchouse, Head of UK Wholesale Distribution. Based in London, Mike will be responsible for raising third party assets and generating new revenues from UK Wholesale clients in the capital. He joins the firm in June from […]
