In December 2013, we formed a Stranded Assets Working Group (SAWG) to assess the risks associated with potential fossil fuel asset stranding. The SAWG's assessment of the issues concluded that although the risks are real, complex and potentially material to long-term investment value, there are a number of related and... Show More
Today marks a special day for our business, as we launch our eight annual Responsible Investment and Stewardship report, and seek to challenge the impression that investing responsibly requires a performance sacrifice. This year's report focuses on providing in depth insight into how responsible investment and stewardship adds value to... Show More
Why have physical investment rates in the developed world been so meagre, despite extraordinary monetary policy, zero interest rates, high profitability and rising asset prices? Show More
The shape and value of capital is changing. Technological advancements now allow consumers to access markets more cheaply in pursuit of products and services which better serve their needs. This shift from homogeneous to personalised, high quality and competitively priced products and services has begun to transform the production side... Show More