ESG

ESG, which stands for Environmental, Social, and Governance, is a set of criteria used in the context of ethical or responsible investment funds to evaluate and assess the sustainability and ethical impact of potential investments

At MEIF ESG factors, are equally weighted alongside conventional financial metrics to make more informed investment decisions that align with our intention to contribute positively to society. Ethical considerations & ESG performance are key components of our decision-making and are integrated into each stage of MEIF’s investment process.

To help inform our view on a business, various reputed ESG ratings will be consolidated in every research report alongside the qualitative evaluation performed by analysts. Currenlty MSCI ESG rating of BBB and above is considered investment grade by MEIF.

UN Principle for Responsible Investment

The fund also aligns itself with the UN principles for responsible investment

  • We will incorporate ESG issues into investment analysis and decision-making processes.

  • We will be active owners and incorporate ESG issues into our ownership policies and practices.

  • We will seek appropriate disclosure on ESG issues by the entities in which we invest.

  • We will promote acceptance and implementation of the Principles within the investment industry.

  • We will work together to enhance our effectiveness in implementing the Principles.

  • We will each report on our activities and progress towards implementing the Principles.

Analyst Responsibility

Analysts recruited for this role have their primary functionality in the ESG Investing space, however, are sat within other sectors ranging from Financials to Consumer Staples. The ESG analyst’s objective, therefore, is to conduct comprehensive ESG assessments of the industry affiliated with the sector and appraise the selected company’s ESG ratings, risks, opportunities, and broader synergies. This foundation forms of the foundation of valuable critical analysis regarding investment viability and the potential for sustainable returns from an ESG perspective.

Join the ESG Team

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