Federated Hermes sees APAC growth opportunity with appointment of three Business Development Directors
Federated Hermes is today announcing the hire of three Business Development Directors to the Asia Pacific region, as it continues to grow its footprint in the region. The pioneering responsible investment firm is bolstering its distribution team to meet the increasing demand across the region for its full suite of investment and engagement capabilities. When […]
Federated Hermes appoints new UK Business Development Director
The international business of Federated Hermes announces the hire of Kate Hillyar as UK Business Development Director who will be joining the firm this month. Kate will be reporting into Clive Selman, Head of UK Distribution, who heads up a team of 14 focused on wholesale, institutional and consultant relations distribution channels. Based in London, […]
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Federated Hermes calls on companies to halt and reverse biodiversity loss following UN Summit
Global leaders gathered at a virtual UN summit on Wednesday, with discussions focused on the theme “Urgent Action on Biodiversity for Sustainable Development”. Many heads of state emphasised the importance of biodiversity, outlined their existing national commitments and stressed the need to accelerate global action. As part of the summit, 75 countries have already signed […]
Credit Investors not valuing their privacy
Evidence shows that bonds issued by private companies offer no premium versus those with public equity market capitalization. Historic data coupled with elevated risks highlight why Fraser Lundie, Head of Credit at the international business of Federated Hermes, views this as a mispricing. In an investment world ever more attuned to responsible investing, one might […]
Federated Hermes expands European footprint with local Spanish office
Federated Hermes has further expanded its footprint across Europe by establishing a local office in Madrid, Spain. The opening of the new office reinforces the firm’s commitment to its European client base, building on its successful expansion within the region so far. Carlos Capela, Iberia Business Development Director, who joined the firm last year is […]
International business of Federated Hermes maintains A+ rating in 2020 PRI Assessment
The international business of Federated Hermes has maintained the highest rating “A+” for Strategy and Governance from the UN Principles for Responsible Investment (PRI) in its latest annual responsible investing assessment. This grading is a testament to the firm’s high standard of responsible investment in its governance processes and across all asset classes. The company […]
International business of Federated Hermes appoints Head of Corporate Communications
The International business of Federated Hermes has announced that Johnny Weir has been appointed as Head of Corporate Communications, with immediate effect. Weir has been performing the role on an interim basis since last October, advising the firm on its media engagement across Europe and Asia as well as developing its internal communications capabilities. This […]
Federated Hermes bolsters Impact team with two new hires
Federated Hermes has appointed two new hires to its Impact Opportunities team as client demand for sustainable investment solutions continues to surge. Reporting to Ingrid Kukuljan, Head of Impact Investing, Amélie Thévenet and Jordan Patel will be joining the firm’s London office in September and July respectively. Amélie will be joining the team as a […]
Federated Hermes achieves highest score from Real Impact Tracker in the history of its certification
The international business of Federated Hermes was recently assessed by Real Impact Tracker, which certifies institutions most committed to Impact, and achieved the highest score in the history of its certification. As a result, the firm has joined Real Impact Tracker’s certified community, for which around only five to ten percent of fund managers are […]
