Regulatory Alerts2022-10-31
Exploration of Sustainable Funds from Dutch Providers
The Dutch Authority for the Financial Markets (AFM) issued this April 2022 report to assess risks for retail investors in the evolving market for sustainable fund offerings by Dutch providers. The document highlights that while sustainable investing is growing, definitions remain inconsistent, engagement strategies are often provider-level rather than fund-specific, and marketing may create misleading expectations regarding actual sustainability performance. The AFM identifies key areas for improvement, including clearer disclosure of selection criteria, better demonstration of engagement impact, and alignment between provider strategies and investor expectations.
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