This paper addresses how institutional investors can access responsible fixed income opportunities. It also provides insight into the specific environmental, social and governance (ESG) issues that investors should consider when evaluating fixed income investments in addition to outlining several emerging niche areas.

Key features

This paper provides a comprehensive review of responsible fixed income, and is applicable for all regions. Topics covered include:

• Overview of ESG issues related to fixed income
• Progress achieved to date in applying RI policies across fixed income portfolios
• Current practices and best practice approaches to ESG integration into fixed income
• Review of emerging niche sectors of the fixed income market
• What can Mercer do to assist you?

This paper is one of a series covering topical RI issues. Although the paper is available on a stand-alone basis, readers with a wider interest in RI may derive greater value by purchasing it as part of a broader package of research and advisory services. To inquire about this option, please contact us.

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