More than a decade of ESG integration – LGT Capital Partners

The great advantage of the rapid development in ESG is that there is a constant flow of information regarding new ideas and concepts.

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Ten years ago, sustainability was not high on the agenda for most investors. However, with strong support from their owner, the Princely family of Lictenstein, LGT Capital Partners (LGT CP) decided to develop sustainable investment solutions.

There was also a widespread belief that incorporating ESG aspects would limit investment opportunities and lower risk-adjusted returns. Given LGT CPs’ strong belief in broad diversification across sectors, industries and geographies, they set out to develop a holistic ESG approach that would allow them to invest broadly, while offering the opportunity to further the cause of ESG integration through engagement.

Overall, the core investment process for their ESG/sustainability solutions, which was developed ten years ago, still holds true today.

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