Regnan has completed research into the contribution to investment performance from integration of its ESG ratings. New analysis and back-testing of Regnan’s proprietary ‘valDA’ scores has been conducted by Dr Darren Lee, an academic specialising in responsible investment, to examine whether its ratings continue to provide additional investment information.

Dr Lee’s analysis shows that ASX200 stocks which Regnan gave high ESG scores significantly outperformed the ASX200 average over the seven-year observation period. Those that were given low ESG scores underperformed the average.

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About Regnan       

Regnan – Governance Research & Engagement Pty Ltd was established in 2007 to evaluate the relationship between environmental, social and corporate governance (ESG) factors and investment value. Regnan has evolved to become a global leader in long term value, systemic risk analysis and sustainable investment advisory.

Regnan provides ESG integration, advisory and stewardship services on behalf of institutional investors including asset owners, fund managers, wealth managers, retail and investment banks to drive improved ESG performance in S&P/ASX200 listed companies. Regnan meets with directors and senior company leaders, in a constructive manner, to influence change on issues with the potential to impact value over the long term.

Regnan is also a regular contributor to the public debate on long term value and sustainability, and is an active commentator in the media and at corporate and financial industry events. Regnan also provides submissions to government and other policy makers to improve both sustainable investment and the identification of systemic risks.

Regnan’s research insights are applied to Pendal’s Sustainable, Ethical and mainstream funds where relevant, as well as enabling us to work with other institutional investors in meeting their sustainability objectives.

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