Responsible investments

We believe that what characterises quality companies today is not in conflict with good values - on the contrary, they can be two sides of the same coin. A vision that goes beyond pure profit maximisation can promote long-term thinking and provide strategic advantages. Consideration for the environment and climate can also be a profitable strategy in the long term. Companies that reduce emissions, adapt to regulatory requirements and keep pace with developments in green technology are better equipped for the markets of the future and reduce the risk of costly adjustments later on.

As long-term investors, we therefore believe that companies that take ethical shortcuts or operate in an unsustainable manner actually represent a higher risk over time.

Financial profit and social benefit are not necessarily mutually exclusive. We believe that companies that take environmental and social issues seriously can create significant added value for their owners – and for society.

We do not invest in companies or industries that violate fundamental ethical standards or undermine the environment. Our focus on social responsibility is integrated throughout the investment process – from the design of the investment universe to the execution of company analyses.