ANZ signs responsible investment pledge

ANZ Investments has signed the United Nations-supported Principles for Responsible Investment (PRI). The PRI is a set of principles designed to provide a global benchmark for responsible investing.

“ANZ Investments is committed to responsible investing because we believe it is in the best long-term interests of our investors and society too,” said ANZ managing director of wealth Craig Mulholland.

As a signatory to the PRI, ANZ Investments is now part of an international network of investors working together to develop a more sustainable financial system.

More than 1750 parties from 50 countries have signed up to the principles, which include:

-      Incorporating Environmental, Social and Corporate Governance (ESG) issues into investment analysis and decision- making processes.

-      Being active owners and incorporating ESG issues into our ownership policies and practices.

-      Seeking appropriate disclosure on ESG issues by the entities in which we invest.

-      Promoting acceptance and implementation of the principles within the investment industry.

-      Working together to enhance our effectiveness in implementing the principles.

-      Reporting on our activities and progress towards implementing the principles.