For two decades, Symbiotics Asset Management has been a pioneering force in transforming the investment landscape by intertwining financial success with social and environmental stewardship.
Embracing a mission-driven approach, we are committed to directing capital toward ventures that deliver financial returns in addition to tangible social and environmental benefits. This dual-purpose strategy places us at the vanguard of the impact investing movement, which has grown exponentially to an estimated USD 1.16 trillion, underscoring the widespread recognition of its value and effectiveness.
Our investment philosophy is anchored in the belief that financial instruments can be powerful catalysts for positive change. By meticulously selecting investments that meet critical Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) criteria, we aim to foster sustainable development and make a meaningful contribution to the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).
This approach resonates with a broad spectrum of investors, from banks and pension funds to governmental and development finance institutions, all seeking to balance financial viability with social and environmental objectives.
In its pursuit of excellence and transparency in impact investing, Symbiotics Asset Management has implemented a comprehensive approach to ensure that its investment decisions are aligned with the highest standards of the most advanced regulatory requirements in the industry.
This approach includes disclosure of how investments contribute to environmental or social objectives, as well as methodologies for assessing, measuring and monitoring the impact of these investments.
We embrace the dual materiality of responsible investing. We seek to act responsibly to shareholders and investors from a risk-reward perspective as well as in terms of the impact of the investment on multiple stakeholders along the value chain (investee employees, communities, local authorities and the environment).
A key aspect of our strategy is to set clear sustainability targets for its investment products. These targets are not just aspirational; they are integrated into the core of the investment decision-making process, ensuring that every financial product offered makes a meaningful contribution to the SDGs.
Data as of December 2024
As we look to the future, we remain committed to pushing the boundaries of what is possible in impact investing.
We are actively engaged in industry initiatives to increase transparency and simplify the application of impact investing regulations.
Our roadmap includes partnering with key industry leaders to launch initiatives that prioritize renewable energy and education to deliver measurable improvements in these critical areas.
Symbiotics Asset Management is committed to participating in the market and reshaping it. This ensures that our investors are not just witnesses to change but are active contributors to positive transformation and robust financial health.
Starting in 2025, our impact reporting is fully integrated into the Symbiotics Annual Report, combining financial and impact results into a single, comprehensive publication. This new format reflects our commitment to embedding impact at the heart of our business and to providing a holistic view of the outcomes generated by our investments.
While financial inclusion remains a core element of our mission, ensuring that low and middle income households have access to finance, our reach extends beyond this. We also address a broader range of impact themes, from promoting economic empowerment to tackling environmental challenges, supporting education, fostering sustainable agriculture and contributing to a resilient and equitable global economy.
The 2024 edition marks the first release under this integrated approach, offering a complete overview of both the financial performance and the social and environmental impacts of our portfolio in emerging and frontier markets.