Responsible Investing

Emerging markets are proving it is possible to make responsible and sustainable investments over the cycle and see a genuine impact, says Nicholas Bamber, head of private credit at LGIM Real Assets.

The firm closed $166m of deals, for nearly 2,000 units, in Q4 2023.

ESG issues are increasingly important for investors in real estate debt, but are they being factored into investment decisions? Not necessarily.

Amid tough times for the commercial real estate market, Alexandra Cooley, chief investment officer and co-founder of Nuveen Green Capital, highlights a new source of green finance that provides a bright spot.

With its roots in green banking pioneer Rabobank, the new direct lender is aiming to make a name for itself in its home market of the Netherlands and around Europe.

An anti-ESG backlash in some US states has created challenges for private markets managers but there are few signs of ESG moving down the priority list elsewhere.

Michael Curtis talks to Private Debt Investor about what the investment management firm can offer the private debt market

Investors are seeking reassurance about diversity, equity and inclusion.

Stimulating dealflow is not straightforward, but fund managers have an opportunity waiting to be exploited in climate finance.

A multidisciplinary approach is the key focus for a successful responsible investing programme, say Oak Hill Advisors’ Adam Kertzner and Jeff Cohen.