26 September 2024 – Impact Lens research – 'Real-world impact in emerging markets – an asset owner perspective'

An in-person afternoon roundtable with Ninety One.

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This event presented groundbreaking research on the investment decision-making processes of UK pension funds, with a specific focus on emerging markets. The study delves into the attitudes of asset owners towards achieving real-world impact, particularly in these regions, and explores their preferred methods for accessing impact opportunities.

Objectives:

  • To unveil findings on how UK pension funds consider emerging markets in their investment strategies.

  • To understand asset owners' preferences for impact investments, including the choice between listed and unlisted assets.

  • To discuss the comparative benefits of local government pension scheme (LGPS) pool solutions compared to off-pool funds.

  • To evaluate UK pension funds' financial and impact return expectations of investing in emerging markets.

Who attended?

This event was open to asset owners such as pension fund trustees and in-house executives, independent investment advisers, professional trustees and consultants.  

Read the 'Real world impact in emerging markets - an asset owner perspective' report