AllianceBernstein (AB) is embracing sustainability as it continues to build out its presence in the UK market, with the firm looking to future ESG launches across equity income, fixed income and multi asset, according to UK sales director Lee Matthews.
Matthews said AB's relatively short time in the UK retail space means the firm does not face any "legacy headwinds" with regards to embedding ESG into its product range, and instead it has the opportunity to "create the narrative" through client engagement on ESG. Last year, AB added four OEICs to its 25-strong Investment Association universe fund range, which included the ES AllianceBernstein Sustainable US Equity fund, with EMEA chief executive Jamie Hammond commenting at the time that the firm had seen strong demand for sustainability launches. AllianceBernstein boosts responsible ...
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