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Avangrid’s Fourteen ESG+F Accolades in 2023 Cement Company as a Clean Energy Leader

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Thursday, December 7, 2023

“I am very proud of all the hard work that has been accomplished this year,” said Pedro Azagra, Avangrid CEO.

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  • “I am very proud of all the hard work that has been accomplished this year,” said Pedro Azagra, Avangrid CEO.
  • “Each of these awards and recognitions demonstrates our commitment to building a clean energy future for all in partnership with the Iberdrola Group.
  • He was also presented with the prestigious Medal of Honor from the World Jurist Association for leadership in promoting clean energy and ESG+F principles.
  • Compliance Leader Verification (2023-2024) , by Ethisphere: A rigorous review of a company’s ethics and compliance program and corporate culture.

Fosun International Rated as "2023 Forbes China ESG Innovative Enterprise"

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Wednesday, December 13, 2023

Fosun International was rated as "2023 Forbes China ESG Innovative Enterprise" for its excellent performance in corporate growth, ESG practices, execution capability for innovation and industry influence.

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  • Fosun International was rated as "2023 Forbes China ESG Innovative Enterprise" for its excellent performance in corporate growth, ESG practices, execution capability for innovation and industry influence.
  • The selection encourages more companies to focus on ESG issues, explore and implement innovative solutions for ESG.
  • In addition to Fosun International, other companies selected as the "2023 Forbes China ESG Innovative Enterprises" included such large, well-known enterprises as Baidu, Inc., JD.com, Inc., Lenovo Group, Ant Group, Siemens Ltd., China, New World China Land, Cainiao, China Overseas Land & Investment Ltd., Ping An Insurance (Group) Company of China, Ltd., China Life Insurance Group and Bank of China.
  • Fosun International received an MSCI ESG rating of AA and was the only conglomerate in Greater China with such rating.

Fosun International Receives "ESG Leading Enterprise Award" from Bloomberg Businessweek/Chinese Edition

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Wednesday, November 29, 2023

Fosun International has garnered the "ESG Leading Enterprise Award" in the Category I - Market capitalization over HK$20 billion.

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  • Fosun International has garnered the "ESG Leading Enterprise Award" in the Category I - Market capitalization over HK$20 billion.
  • This year, Fosun International was accredited with the "ESG Leading Enterprise Award" in the Category I - Market capitalization over HK$20 billion by Bloomberg Businessweek/Chinese Edition, representing the market's recognition of Fosun International in environmental, social, corporate governance (ESG), corporate sustainability, and information disclosure, etc.
  • Fosun International received an MSCI ESG rating of AA and was the only conglomerate in Greater China with such rating.
  • Fosun International was included in S&P Global's Sustainability Yearbook 2023 (China Edition) and recognized as an "Industry Mover" by S&P Global.

Fosun International Wins Multiple Awards from The Asset

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Tuesday, November 21, 2023

HONG KONG, Nov. 20, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- On the evening of 10 November 2023, The Asset, a renowned Asian financial magazine, held "The Asset ESG Corporate Awards 2023" awards ceremony at the Four Seasons Hotel Singapore. Fosun International Limited ("Fosun International" or the "Company") (HKEX stock code: 00656) was awarded "The Asset ESG Corporate Awards 2023 – Platinum Award", "Best Sustainability Team" and "Best Investor Relations Team" by the magazine. In addition, Hainan Mining, a subsidiary of Fosun, won the "Best Initiative in Environmental Responsibility" for its outstanding initiative in environmental protection.

Key Points: 
  • Fosun International Limited ("Fosun International" or the "Company") (HKEX stock code: 00656) was awarded "The Asset ESG Corporate Awards 2023 – Platinum Award", "Best Sustainability Team" and "Best Investor Relations Team" by the magazine.
  • Organized by The Asset, "The Asset ESG Corporate Awards" has been running for many years and is one of the leading environmental, social and governance (ESG) awards in the Asia-Pacific region.
  • Fosun International received an AA MSCI ESG rating and was the only conglomerate in Greater China with such rating.
  • Fosun International was included in S&P Global's Sustainability Yearbook 2023 (China Edition) and recognized as an "Industry Mover" by S&P Global.

Progress on share buyback programme

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Tuesday, November 7, 2023

The purpose of ING Bank is: empowering people to stay a step ahead in life and in business.

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  • The purpose of ING Bank is: empowering people to stay a step ahead in life and in business.
  • ING Bank’s more than 60,000 employees offer retail and wholesale banking services to customers in over 40 countries.
  • ING Group shares are listed on the exchanges of Amsterdam (INGA NA, INGA.AS), Brussels and on the New York Stock Exchange (ADRs: ING US, ING.N).
  • Sustainability is an integral part of ING’s strategy, evidenced by ING’s leading position in sector benchmarks.

Hektar REIT Achieves Historic Success: ESG Performance Rewarded with Dual Gold Accolades at The Edge Malaysia ESG Awards 2023

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Tuesday, November 7, 2023

Bhd., the Manager of Hektar Real Estate Investment Trust ("Hektar REIT"), is pleased to announce that Hektar REIT is the proud recipient of two Gold Awards at The Edge Malaysia ESG Awards 2023 under the Equity Awards category.

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  • Bhd., the Manager of Hektar Real Estate Investment Trust ("Hektar REIT"), is pleased to announce that Hektar REIT is the proud recipient of two Gold Awards at The Edge Malaysia ESG Awards 2023 under the Equity Awards category.
  • These awards were for the categories of Outstanding ESG and Dividend Return Award and Real Estate Investment Trust (REIT) Award.
  • The Edge Malaysia ESG Awards 2023, a prestigious accolade in the industry, is divided into two distinct categories: the Equity Awards and the Fund Awards.
  • Hektar REIT remains committed to integrating ESG into all aspects of the business, from financial management to operations and future planning.

ING posts 3Q2023 net result of €1,982 million, driven by strong income in both Retail and Wholesale Banking

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Thursday, November 2, 2023

ING is a global financial institution with a strong European base, offering banking services through its operating company ING Bank.

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  • ING is a global financial institution with a strong European base, offering banking services through its operating company ING Bank.
  • The purpose of ING Bank is: empowering people to stay a step ahead in life and in business.
  • ING Bank’s more than 60,000 employees offer retail and wholesale banking services to customers in over 40 countries.
  • ING Group shares are listed on the exchanges of Amsterdam (INGA NA, INGA.AS), Brussels and on the New York Stock Exchange (ADRs: ING US, ING.N).

ING announces share buyback programme of up to €2.5 billion

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Thursday, November 2, 2023

ING is a global financial institution with a strong European base, offering banking services through its operating company ING Bank.

Key Points: 
  • ING is a global financial institution with a strong European base, offering banking services through its operating company ING Bank.
  • The purpose of ING Bank is: empowering people to stay a step ahead in life and in business.
  • ING Bank’s more than 60,000 employees offer retail and wholesale banking services to customers in over 40 countries.
  • ING Group shares are listed on the exchanges of Amsterdam (INGA NA, INGA.AS), Brussels and on the New York Stock Exchange (ADRs: ING US, ING.N).

Görkem Köseoğlu to step down from ING Management Board Banking

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Tuesday, October 31, 2023

ING is a global financial institution with a strong European base, offering banking services through its operating company ING Bank.

Key Points: 
  • ING is a global financial institution with a strong European base, offering banking services through its operating company ING Bank.
  • The purpose of ING Bank is: empowering people to stay a step ahead in life and in business.
  • ING Bank’s more than 59,000 employees offer retail and wholesale banking services to customers in over 40 countries.
  • ING Group shares are listed on the exchanges of Amsterdam (INGA NA, INGA.AS), Brussels and on the New York Stock Exchange (ADRs: ING US, ING.N).

Fosun International Awarded "Best Environmental, Social and Governance Reporting Awards" by The Hong Kong Management Association

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Monday, November 6, 2023

HONG KONG, Nov. 6, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- On 2 November 2023, The Hong Kong Management Association (HKMA) held the "2023 Best Annual Reports Awards" ceremony in Hong Kong.

Key Points: 
  • HONG KONG, Nov. 6, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- On 2 November 2023, The Hong Kong Management Association (HKMA) held the "2023 Best Annual Reports Awards" ceremony in Hong Kong.
  • Fosun International was awarded the "Best Environmental, Social and Governance Reporting Awards" by HKMA, in recognition of the company's outstanding performance in ESG strategy, environmental protection, social responsibility, corporate governance and information disclosure by authoritative organization.
  • Fosun has always emphasized that corporate leaders should attach importance to ESG governance and establish an accountability system.
  • Fosun International received an AA MSCI ESG rating and was the only conglomerate in Greater China with such rating.