Wealth management firm St. James's Place grants Schroders a £5.2bn assignment focusing on sustainable investments.
In a significant move towards sustainable investing, the UK wealth manager St. James's Place (SJP) has awarded Schroders a sustainable investment mandate worth £5.2bn. This mandate reflects Schroders' Global Sustainable Value Equity and Global Sustainable Growth strategies.
As part of this mandate, Schroders has announced its intention to adopt the Financial Conduct Authority's (FCA) "Sustainability Focus" label for at least ten funds, including the SJP's Sustainable & Responsible Equity (SRE) fund. This adoption is a response to the increased demand for sustainable investing.
The FCA's "Sustainability Focus" label is one of the labels under the UK's regulatory framework for sustainable investments. These labels are intended to provide transparency and clarity in the sustainable investment market, aiming to differentiate sustainable products, making it easier for clients to identify investment opportunities that meet their requirements.
However, as of mid-2025, there is no verifiable detail from the search results regarding the FCA’s 'Sustainability Focus' label for Schroders' Sustainable Value Equity or Sustainable Growth funds. The available update highlights internal management changes and a fund review status rather than any official FCA label adoption.
Schroders' Sustainable Value Equity fund is currently under review following the departure of its Head of Value Equities, Nick Kirrage. This review is assessing potential impacts on the fund’s investment approach and execution, with Simon Adler stepping up alongside other portfolio managers to manage the strategy.
This move by Schroders aligns with the trend of mainstream financial institutions adopting sustainable investing practices. As more investors seek sustainable and responsible investment options, it is expected that the transition towards sustainable investing will continue to gather momentum.
[1] Source: Various news articles and financial reports.
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