We are pleased to launch our fifth annual responsible investment report. The report details the work we have done, and the progress we have made, towards responsible investment best practice under the Principles for Responsible Investment (PRI). The PRI provide a framework for us to consider environmental, social and governance (ESG) issues across our own business and in companies in which we invest.
A consideration of ESG issues is integrated into every investment process across our organisation. This is driven by a belief that ESG issues are material investment issues that have the potential to impact long-term investment performance. The proper consideration and integration of ESG issues helps enable us to make investment decisions in the best interests of our investors. As a fiduciary we have regard to the long-term interests of our clients, which drives our long-term focus on responsible investment.
This year the report focuses on what each of our investment teams is doing to implement responsible investment into their individual investment processes. This reflects the discipline and rigour with which ESG considerations have been successfully integrated into every investment process across our business.
Full consideration and integration of ESG issues in the investment process remains a long-term focus for CFSGAM and we are committed to demonstrating leadership in this area. We are proud of our progress so far and look forward to working with others in the industry to ensure continuous improvement. CFSGAM remains committed to fulfilling its fiduciary role by providing the best possible outcome for investors through the successful implementation of responsible investment.
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