Summary
Pension plans are increasing the share of ESG investments in their portfolios, requiring a new approach from asset managers.
Key Points
- A majority of pension plans interviewed in the Amundi-CREATE Research survey are implementing ESG factors in their portfolios, with the majority expecting to increase their share over the next three years.
- Asset managers are having to adapt to the growing demand, with pension plans requiring greater transparency and accountability, stronger alignment with core ESG values, and more active engagement.
- Equities remain the preferred means to access this space, but demand for green and social bonds and alternative assets is rising. Developed market companies lead the way, but the gap with emerging ones will narrow.
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