Sustainability means future viability. Companies that operate sustainably therefore have better prospects for the future. Coronavirus has not changed this. Far from it: Business models that feature a good organisational structure and take account of social and environmental concerns are proving their worth in the current crisis. And they will continue to do so afterwards. The United Nations’ 17 sustainable development goals (SDGs), for example, are a helpful input factor when attempting to identify particularly promising investment ideas.

This presentation will focus on the practical application of sustainable investing in U.S. small cap stocks, highlighting some of the opportunities and challenges that are present in the asset class. Key topics will include:

• The value of ESG analysis
• The opportunity of ESG in small caps
• Sustainability and engagement drive growth and differentiation
• Challenges of ESG analysis in small caps
• Practical application for ESG investing in U.S. small caps