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Nanuk New World Fund (Currency Hedged)

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Responsible Investing Approach

The Investment Manager addresses environmental, social and ethical considerations and the consideration of norms for responsible business practices through a combination of positive screening, negative screening, ESG integration and stewardship activities. Companies generally avoided include but are not limited to, those engaged in the exploration or extraction of coal, oil or natural gas or the production of alcohol, tobacco or pornography with a revenue threshold ranging from 0% to 30%. The Fund also seeks to avoid investment in companies operating in severe violations of norms for responsible business practices such as the UN Global Compact.

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Exclusions

Negative screening is an integral part of the investment universe construction, utilizing external analysis and data sources. Compliance is closely reviewed during company analysis, with any potential non-compliance areas investigated and monitored continuously. Companies significantly involved in activities incongruent with the Fund Manager's sustainability focus are excluded from the investment universe through comprehensive negative ESG screening. Materiality thresholds, ranging from 0% to 30%, are applied as outlined in the ESG negative screening framework. Additionally, companies in severe contravention of responsible business practices, those listed in national and multinational sanctions, and those involved in significant environmental or ethical concerns are excluded from consideration.

Exclusions Full/Partial Exclusion
Description
TobaccoTobacco Full

The Fund will not invest in companies that derive any revenue from the production of tobacco products, production or supply of key products necessary for the production of tobacco products.

Partial

The Fund does not have any restrictions on the distribution of tobacco products, and can invest in companies involved in tobacco packaging.

AlcoholAlcohol Full

The Fund will not invest in companies that derive any revenue from the production of alcohol.

Partial

The Fund does not have any restrictions on the distribution of alcoholic beverages, and can invest in companies involved in the licensing, marketing or promotion of alcoholic beverages.

WeaponsWeapons Full

The Fund will not invest in companies that derive any revenue from the production or distribution of military combat equipment, or the production, sales or provision of services related to civilian firearms, or that are involved in the production, trading or supply of key components for controversial weapons. 

Partial

The Fund will not invest in companies that generate more than 10% of their revenues from services related to combat equipment, or from the production, distribution or services related to military non-combat equipment.

Fossil fuel exploration, mining and productionFossil fuel exploration, mining and production Full

The Fund will not invest in companies that derive any revenue from the exploration, processing, drilling, refining and extraction (including Unconventional Extraction) of coal, oil and natural gas, nor will the Fund invest in companies that provision financing (equity or debt) to companies engaged in such activities. 

Partial

The Fund will not invest in companies that generate more than 30% of their revenues from services related to distribution, non-specific services or equipment related to the production of coal, oil and natural gas. It will not invest in companies that generate more than 10% of their revenues from the involvement in natural gas infrastructure, or the electricity generation from natural gas and coal. The generation of electrical power from oil has a revenue threshold of 5%.

Human rights abusesHuman rights abuses Full

The Fund supports and respects human rights and ensures non-complicity in human rights abuses.

Labour rights violationsLabour rights violations Full

The Fund will not invest in companies that have verified failure to respect established norms regarding labour rights.

Environmental damageEnvironmental damage Full

The Fund will not invest in companies that derive any revenue from deforestation of primary forests, illegal logging activities or unsustainable harvesting, nor will the Fund invest in companies involved in the production and processing of palm oil not certified by RSPO. 

Partial

The Fund does not have any restrictions on other mining activities, that are not fossil fuel related.

Animal testing for non-medical purposesAnimal testing for non-medical purposes Full

The Fund will not invest in companies that derive any revenue from animal testing not related to medical, pharmaceutical or food, or not in accordance with accepted international standards and regulations.

Unethical treatment of livestockUnethical treatment of livestock Full

The Fund will not invest in companies that derive any revenue from the production of animal furs, nor will it invest in companies involved in commercial fishing. 

Partial

Companies that are involved in intensive agricultural operations with the purpose of producing food, including meat, eggs and dairy are subject to norms around animal welfare and environmental standards. No restrictions are applied to the retail or wholesale of clothing, footwear and accessories made from furs, nor restrictions are applied to commercial aquaculture.

GamblingGambling Full

The Fund will not invest in companies that derive any revenue from the operation or management of gambling activities. 

Partial

The Fund does not have any restrictions on the retailing of low risk gambling items such as lottery tickets or the provision of equipment and services specific to gambling.

Nuclear power (including uranium mining)Nuclear power (including uranium mining) Full

The Fund will not invest in companies that derive any revenue from uranium mining and processing.

Partial

The Fund will not invest in companies that generate more than 10% of their revenues from electricity generation from nuclear reactors. The Fund does not have any restrictions on the provision of key services to nuclear power plants, including technical support, maintenance and management of waste.

Adult entertainment/pornographyAdult entertainment/pornography Full

The Fund will not invest in companies that derive any revenue from the production or distribution of pornography.

Inclusions

The Fund prioritises companies positively impacting global sustainability where more than 25% of their value relates to activities within the value chain of these relevant industries, technologies, products and services. It achieves this by selecting investments from specific industries, technologies, and services contributing to environmental and resource efficiency. Examples include clean energy, recycling, and sustainable agriculture.

Renewable energy & energy efficiencySustainable water managementCircular economy, reuse & recyclingSustainable land & agricultural managementHealthcare & medical productsSocial & community infrastructureSustainable transport

UN Sustainable Development Goals

Conventions & Treaties

Nanuk employs internationally recognized frameworks to assess responsible business practices and sustainability outcomes. These include the UN Global Compact, OECD Guidelines for Multinational Enterprises, UN Guiding Principles for Business and Human Rights, and UN Sustainable Development Goals. Additionally, Nanuk is a member of several industry groups including UNPRI, IGCC, and RIAA. It endorses the goals of the UN Framework Convention on Climate Change and the Paris Agreement. Furthermore, Nanuk advocates for the adoption of the recommendations of the Taskforce on Climate-related Financial Disclosure (TCFD) for climate-related reporting by companies and asset managers.

Conventions & Treaties Aligned
Description
UN Global Compact Yes

Nanuk utilises internationally recognized frameworks such as the UN Global Compact in its assessment of responsible business practices and sustainability outcomes.

UN Guiding Principles on Business & Human Rights Yes

Nanuk utilises internationally recognized frameworks such as the UN Guiding Principles for Business and Human Rights in its assessment of responsible business practices and sustainability outcomes.

Principles for Responsible Investment Yes

Signatory since 2018

Task Force on Climate-related Financial Disclosures Yes

Nanuk supports the adoption of the recommendations of the Taskforce on Climate-related Financial Disclosure (TCFD) in relation to climate related reporting for companies and asset managers.

Paris Agreement (UN Framework Convention on Climate Change) Yes

Nanuk supports and endorses the approach and goals of the UN Framework Convention on Climate Change and the Paris Agreement.

OECD Guidelines for Multinational Enterprises Yes

Nanuk utilises internationally recognized frameworks such as the OECD Guidelines for Multinational Enterprises in its assessment of responsible business practices and sustainability outcomes.

UN Sustainable Development Goals Yes

Nanuk utilises internationally recognized frameworks such as the UN Sustainable Development Goals in its assessment of responsible business practices and sustainability outcomes.

ESG Score

ESG Score
Does the portfolio have an ESG score? Not disclosed
If so, who is responsible for calculating the score? Not disclosed
If a score is calculated, is this publicly available; i.e. displayed in monthly reports, on your website, etc.? Not disclosed
If the portfolio has an ESG score, how often is that score recalculated to account for changes to portfolio holdings?

Impact Investing Score

Impact Investing Score
Does the portfolio have an Impact Investment score? Yes
If a score is calculated, is this publicly available; i.e. displayed in monthly reports, on your website, etc.? Yes
If the portfolio has an Impact Investment score, how often is that score recalculated to account for changes to portfolio holdings?
Does the fund publish its holdings publicly? Partial

Policies, Certification & Marketing

Policies, Certification & Marketing
Responsible investing policy View Responsible investing policy document
Stewardship policy View Stewardship policy document
Is the fund RIAA certified? Yes
Date certified
Sustainability Policy View Sustainability Policy document
ESG and Impact Report View ESG and Impact Report document
Responsible and Sustainable Investment Statement View Responsible and Sustainable Investment Statement document
Sanctions Policy View Sanctions Policy document
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Nanuk New World Fund (Currency Hedged)

Strategy Summary

The Fund's objective is to provide investment returns which exceed conventional global equity indices (hedged to Australian dollars), after management fees, over the long term. Its primary investment focus is listed global equity securities, however, investments in IPO securities may be made where the investment case is compelling. The Fund provides investors with exposure to global equity markets, with no geographical or market defined constraints, investing primarily in the developed markets of North America, Europe and Asia, however, it may also provide exposure to other regions or emerging markets. In managing the Fund, Nanuk's approach is primarily bottom up and focused on identifying stocks that Nanuk considers mispriced.

Key Terms

Status: Open Inception Date: Jul 2023
Strategy: Equity Long Style: Blend
Geography: Global Domicile: Australia
Investors: Wholesale Min. Investment: AU$50000
Mgmt. Fee: 1.1% Perf. Fee: 0%

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