Principles for Responsible Investment

EQS-News: Q1 2024: DWS Generates Strong Net Inflows and Reaches New All-Time High for Assets under Management

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Vendredi, mai 3, 2024
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In terms of net flows [2] , the corresponding categories within Total net flows will be Long-term net flows, Cash net flows and Advisory Services flows.

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  • In terms of net flows [2] , the corresponding categories within Total net flows will be Long-term net flows, Cash net flows and Advisory Services flows.
  • Build”) successfully, generating high net inflows and reaching a new all-time high for Assets under Management.
  • Total Assets under Management (AuM) rose by EUR 45 billion quarter-on-quarter to a new record high of EUR 941 billion.
  • Passive Asset Management increased net inflows to EUR 9.3 billion in the first quarter (Q4 2023: EUR 4.4 billion).

Asia Green Fund Publishes the <2023 Green Impact Report>

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Lundi, avril 22, 2024
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BEIJING, April 22, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Today, Asia Green Fund (Hereinafter referred to as 'AGF') publishes the (Hereinafter referred to as 'report').

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  • BEIJING, April 22, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Today, Asia Green Fund (Hereinafter referred to as 'AGF') publishes the (Hereinafter referred to as 'report').
  • The report presents AGF's philosophy on sustainable development and green impact investment, as well as the specific practices and the progress we achieved in 2023.
  • "Green Impact Investment - Actions" discloses AGF's principles and practices in responsible investment, along with its performance and commitments in ESG.
  • "Green Impact Investment - Results" features 7 outstanding cases of our portfolios: HOREN, KingwillsTM, MOJIABIO, Elessent, East Low Carbon, BABO and Baoying Gases.

Qiming Venture Partners Becomes a UN PRI Signatory

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Lundi, février 26, 2024
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Shanghai, Feb. 25, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- China's leading venture capital firm Qiming Venture Partners announced its recent signing of the United Nations-supported Principles for Responsible Investment (PRI).

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  • Shanghai, Feb. 25, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- China's leading venture capital firm Qiming Venture Partners announced its recent signing of the United Nations-supported Principles for Responsible Investment (PRI).
  • "The signing is a testimony to our commitment to Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) values as we practice responsible investment," said Duane Kuang, Founding Managing Partner of Qiming Venture Partners.
  • "PRI provides us with a robust framework that integrates sustainability and ethical considerations into our investment and decision-making process.
  • Within two primary sectors of investment - Technology & Consumer and Healthcare, Qiming proactively seeks investments in businesses that uphold and implement ESG values.

Dialogue with CCV's Wei Zhou: in Globalization 3.0 Era- ESG as the Lifeline for Expanding Businesses Globally

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Vendredi, novembre 17, 2023
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Recently, EqualOcean's "Globalization Lounge" live streaming event hosted a profound discussion on the theme of "Globalization 3.0 Era: ESG as the Lifeline for Expanding Businesses Globally."

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  • Recently, EqualOcean's "Globalization Lounge" live streaming event hosted a profound discussion on the theme of "Globalization 3.0 Era: ESG as the Lifeline for Expanding Businesses Globally."
  • KPCB initiated green technology investments globally since the early 2000s, while the domestic surge in China started in 2007.
  • The technological maturity of the products was insufficient for full commercialization, and businesses couldn't generate enough cash flow to sustain themselves.
  • Looking ahead to 2024, what are your expectations for the integration of ESG in the globalization of Chinese companies?

Montage Partners Opens New Salt Lake City Office

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Mardi, novembre 7, 2023
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Montage Partners, a people-first private equity firm based in Scottsdale, Arizona, is pleased to announce the opening of its new Salt Lake City office.

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  • Montage Partners, a people-first private equity firm based in Scottsdale, Arizona, is pleased to announce the opening of its new Salt Lake City office.
  • With one of the fastest-growing economies in the country, Salt Lake City was a clear choice for the second office.
  • Chris Norwood, Vice President at Montage Partners, relocated to Salt Lake City last year and will lead the new office in growing the firm’s investment portfolio.
  • “We believe the market is an ideal fit for Montage Partners, and we look forward to building strong relationships here for decades to come.”
    The first new hire for the Salt Lake City office is Hayden Gehring, who joined the firm as an Associate in September.

Abdulwahab's Office Becomes First in the Country to Sign the Principles for Responsible Investment (PRI)*

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Mardi, octobre 24, 2023
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By signing these principles, Abdulwahab's Office demonstrates its dedication to responsible investment strategies that maximise financial returns while seeking to minimise their impact on society and the environment.

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  • By signing these principles, Abdulwahab's Office demonstrates its dedication to responsible investment strategies that maximise financial returns while seeking to minimise their impact on society and the environment.
  • "We are thrilled to be pioneers in this significant endeavour, setting a precedent for responsible investment practices within Oman," said Abdulwahab Al Maimani, Chief Executive Officer of Abdulwahab's Office.
  • The Principles for Responsible Investment (PRI) hold paramount significance in Oman Vision 2040, serving as a cornerstone for the nation's aspirations towards sustainable development and responsible economic growth.
  • Abulwahab's Office joins a prestigious group of global investors and companies that have chosen to adopt responsible investment principles.

MAOR INVESTMENTS Announces the Closing of Its Second Fund at $180M, 1.8x the Size of MAOR I

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Vendredi, octobre 20, 2023
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MAOR INVESTMENTS, a Luxembourg-based venture capital fund dedicated to Israeli technologies, is proud to announce the final closing of its second fund, MAOR II, at $180 million.

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  • MAOR INVESTMENTS, a Luxembourg-based venture capital fund dedicated to Israeli technologies, is proud to announce the final closing of its second fund, MAOR II, at $180 million.
  • This access emphasizes the differentiating positioning of the fund as « Bridge to Europe », reflecting MAOR INVESTMENTS’ unique value in the Israeli ecosystem.
  • By aligning its investments with ESG criteria and signing the Principles for Responsible Investment (PRI) for MAOR II, an Article 8 SFDR fund, MAOR INVESTMENTS is committed to investing responsibly.
  • The MAOR INVESTMENTS team sincerely thanks its investors, portfolio companies, team members and corporate partners for their precious support and collaboration.

Stoneweg US Drives 33% GRESB Score Improvement for Varia US Properties

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Jeudi, octobre 19, 2023
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As the asset manager for the Varia US portfolio, Stoneweg US plays a pivotal role in guiding and supporting Varia US' sustainable practices, driving the achievement of a 33% year-over-year improvement in the firm's GRESB score.

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  • As the asset manager for the Varia US portfolio, Stoneweg US plays a pivotal role in guiding and supporting Varia US' sustainable practices, driving the achievement of a 33% year-over-year improvement in the firm's GRESB score.
  • Stoneweg US played a pivotal role, driving the achievement of a 33% year-over-year improvement in the firm's GRESB score
    The annual GRESB assessment, shaped by the collective vision of investors and industry stakeholders, serves as a compass for measuring sustainability performance in asset investments.
  • Through the efforts of its asset manager Stoneweg US, Varia US acquired and/or achieved four Green Globes® sustainable building certifications and eight ENERGY STAR® building performance certifications in 2022.
  • For the complete "GRESB Real Estate Benchmark Report 2023" and more insights into Varia US' ESG strategy and initiatives, please visit website at www.stonewegesg.us .

Chief Financial Officers call for greater private sector financing for the Sustainable Development Goals

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Jeudi, septembre 21, 2023
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New York, United States of America, Sept. 21, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Chief Financial Officers and other key actors in the investment community gathered at this year’s SDG Investment Forum in New York to call for accelerating private sector investment and financing to deliver the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) and  achieve the 2030 Agenda.

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  • New York, United States of America, Sept. 21, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Chief Financial Officers and other key actors in the investment community gathered at this year’s SDG Investment Forum in New York to call for accelerating private sector investment and financing to deliver the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) and  achieve the 2030 Agenda.
  • Similarly, while private capital is abundant, only a small share is clearly aligned with the Global Goals.
  • The report underlines the key role Chief Financial Officers play in managing the risks and opportunities offered by taking action or lagging behind in the low carbon transition.
  • On the flip side, proactive action can bring a sustainable long-term competitive advantage to businesses.

Kigali International Financial Centre (KIFC) and Astana International Financial Centre (AIFC) sign a MoU, marking the beginning of a new financial partnership between Rwanda and Kazakhstan

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Mercredi, septembre 20, 2023
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ASTANA, Kazakhstan, Sept. 20, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Kigali International Financial Centre (KIFC), one of the newest and most promising financial centres in Africa, and Astana International Financial Centre (AIFC), one of the leading financial centres in Central Asia, have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) today.

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  • ASTANA, Kazakhstan, Sept. 20, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Kigali International Financial Centre (KIFC), one of the newest and most promising financial centres in Africa, and Astana International Financial Centre (AIFC), one of the leading financial centres in Central Asia, have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) today.
  • This marks the beginning of a new journey of partnership and cooperation for the two countries.
  • The partnership also aims to facilitate the sharing of information and expertise between the two entities to develop effective cooperation.
  • Nick Barigye, CEO of Rwanda Finance Limited (RFL) said:
    "This MoU is a milestone in the strengthening of Kigali International Financial Centre's relationship with other world-class Centres such as AIFC.