26 June 2025 | 2 min. readingtime
As a responsible investor, a.s.r. vermogensbeheer aims not only to achieve financial returns, but also to create positive societal impact. Our objectives are embedded in the Sustainability Strategy 2024–2027 and are grounded in the Responsible Investment Policy. In line with this policy, we exercise active ownership with regard to the companies we invest in. We use our influence as an investor to encourage these companies to engage in responsible entrepreneurship. We do this by exercising our voting rights and engaging in dialogue with them on environmental, social, and governance (ESG) topics.
Our goal is to be a constructive partner that contributes to long-term success while also helping to accelerate the transition to a more sustainable and inclusive world. To drive change, we make our voice heard in societal and policy discussions. We do this by signing joint statements with other investors, participating in consultations, and using our expertise to strengthen sustainable regulations and standards wherever possible.
Our approach combines bilateral and collaborative engagement, and we work together with the specialized service provider EOS at Federated Hermes Limited. Through direct dialogue with companies, we focus on material risks, opportunities, and impact within our thematic areas. At the same time, we conduct collaborative engagement with other investors and stakeholders, amplifying our voice and increasing our influence. See here for an overview of our collaborative initiatives.
We actively use our voting rights at shareholder meetings to influence key decisions within companies. We do this in line with our sustainability objectives, with transparency and responsible business practices at the core. We use the voting service provider Institutional Shareholder Services (ISS) to vote on our behalf during shareholder meetings. For more information, see Voting Policy 2025 and Voting Report 2024.
03 June 2025 | 5 min. readingtime
Climate change and biodiversity loss are two sides of the same coin. At a.s.r. asset management, we are taking action on three fronts to address these two pressing issues.
21 May 2025 | 5 min. readingtime
1.5°C was the crucial limit to avoid the most catastrophic consequences of climate change. There is now a growing awareness that this goal is rapidly moving out of sight. That means something to humans and the planet.
08 April 2025 | 2 min. readingtime
In March, stock markets worldwide yielded sharply, with U.S. equities again the biggest laggard. Meanwhile, interest rates on European government bonds rose.
