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Lonsec Sustainable Managed Portfolios – Q1, 2023

It has been a stronger quarter for sustainable investors as many of the headwinds facing the sector throughout 2022, eased substantially. The dispersion between energy and information technology has narrowed considerably, with investors turning to quality and defensiveness as economic growth looks set to slow across the remainder of the year.

Against that backdrop, the Lonsec Sustainable portfolios outperformed the peer group benchmark over the quarter. In the videos below Deanne Baker provides an update on the portfolios’ top contributions during the March quarter to the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (UN SDGs).

Watch the three part video series below, where we discuss a Market Update, Performance Update, and Outlook and Positioning.

1. Market Update

2. Performance Update

3. Outlook and Positioning

The information in this video is prepared by Lonsec Investment Solutions Pty Ltd ABN 95 608 837 583 (LIS, we, us, our), a Corporate Authorised Representative (CAR) No. 1236821 of Lonsec Research Pty Ltd ABN 11 151 658 561, AFSL No. 421445 (Lonsec Research). Any express or implied rating or advice presented in this video is limited to general advice and based solely on consideration of the investment merits of the financial product(s) alone, without taking into account the investment objectives, financial situation and particular needs (“financial circumstances”) of any particular person. Before making an investment decision you must consider your financial circumstances or seek personal financial advice on its appropriateness. Read the Product Disclosure Statement for each financial product before making any decision about whether to acquire a financial product.

Past performance is not a reliable indicator of future performance. No representation, warranty or undertaking is given or made in relation to the accuracy or completeness of the information presented in this video, which is drawn from information not verified by LIS. This video may also contain third party material that is subject to copyright. To the extent that copyright subsists in a third party it remains with the original owner and permission may be required to reuse the material.

The information contained in this video is current as at the date of publication. Financial conclusions, ratings and advice are reasonably held at the time of publication but subject to change without notice. LIS assumes no obligation to update this document following publication. This video is not intended for use by a retail client or a member of the public and should not be used or relied upon by any other person. This video is not to be distributed without the consent of LIS. Except for any liability which cannot be excluded, LIS and Lonsec Research, their directors, officers, employees and agents disclaim all liability for any error or inaccuracy in, misstatement or omission from, this video or any loss or damage suffered by the reader or any other person as a consequence of relying upon it. Copyright © 2023 Lonsec Investment Solutions Pty Ltd.

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May 12, 2023/by Lonsec

Lonsec Sustainability Perspectives, News & Insights, Video

ESG Research Q&A

We found that most funds follow an ESG integration style approach while low carbon and climate dominate funds’ sustainability themes. This isn’t too surprising given we are seeing a large member focus among funds taking climate action. Another point of interest was that despite almost all respondents considering ESG factors in their investments, only a quarter of funds link portfolio manager key performance indicators to responsible investment practices.

Joshua Lowen, Market Insights Analyst
Camille Schmidt, Market Insights Manager

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December 15, 2022/by Camille Schmidt

Managed Accounts - Sustainable, News & Insights, Video

Lonsec Sustainable Managed Portfolios – Q3 2022

The Lonsec Sustainable portfolios outperformed the peer group benchmark and the internal benchmark over the September quarter. Dynamic asset allocation added value thanks mostly to the underweight position in fixed income. Rising interest rates saw real assets bear the brunt of the volatility in Q3, with the exposure to REITs and listed infrastructure detracting from peer relative performance.

While energy was again the top-performing sector, information technology and healthcare were not too far behind. As fears of recession grow, investors have turned towards defensive sectors including healthcare, which benefited the portfolios given that many companies in the sector can contribute positively towards the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals, particularly through SDG3 Good health and well-being. The outperformance of the highest carbon-emitting sectors (such as energy and resources) since the start of the year does, however, remain the key driver of portfolio underperformance over the 12 months to September.

The information in this video is prepared by Lonsec Investment Solutions Pty Ltd ABN 95 608 837 583 (LIS, we, us, our), a Corporate Authorised Representative (CAR) No. 1236821 of Lonsec Research Pty Ltd ABN 11 151 658 561, AFSL No. 421445 (Lonsec Research). Any express or implied rating or advice presented in this video is limited to general advice and based solely on consideration of the investment merits of the financial product(s) alone, without taking into account the investment objectives, financial situation and particular needs (“financial circumstances”) of any particular person. Before making an investment decision you must consider your financial circumstances or seek personal financial advice on its appropriateness. Read the Product Disclosure Statement for each financial product before making any decision about whether to acquire a financial product.

Past performance is not a reliable indicator of future performance. No representation, warranty or undertaking is given or made in relation to the accuracy or completeness of the information presented in this video, which is drawn from information not verified by LIS. This video may also contain third party material that is subject to copyright. To the extent that copyright subsists in a third party it remains with the original owner and permission may be required to reuse the material.

The information contained in this video is current as at the date of publication. Financial conclusions, ratings and advice are reasonably held at the time of publication but subject to change without notice. LIS assumes no obligation to update this document following publication. This video is not intended for use by a retail client or a member of the public and should not be used or relied upon by any other person. This video is not to be distributed without the consent of LIS. Except for any liability which cannot be excluded, LIS and Lonsec Research, their directors, officers, employees and agents disclaim all liability for any error or inaccuracy in, misstatement or omission from, this video or any loss or damage suffered by the reader or any other person as a consequence of relying upon it. Copyright © 2022 Lonsec Investment Solutions Pty Ltd.

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November 10, 2022/by Lonsec

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Lonsec Sustainable Managed Portfolios Update – Q2 2022

It has been a challenging period for multi-asset investors with both equity and bond markets recording some of the worse starts to a year in decades. Global equity markets fell significantly over the quarter and domestically the ASX 300 index has fallen more than 10% since the start of the calendar year.

ESG and sustainable portfolios in general have felt the pain more acutely given the wide dispersion seen in sector returns and the Lonsec Sustainable portfolios were no exception. The portfolios have had a difficult quarter, lagging the peer group benchmark by some margin. Over the quarter, Dynamic Asset Allocation added value in the Balanced risk profile which benefited most from our underweight position in Fixed Income. In the higher risk profiles, DAA was flat to slightly negative as our overweight position in real assets more than offset the gains made in Fixed Income.

Looking ahead, our Sustainable positions remain diversified in order to be resilient to further market volatility. We continue to monitor developments regarding inflation, monetary policy and the global economy and we will adjust our portfolios if necessary to navigate through the challenges ahead.

The information in this video is prepared by Lonsec Investment Solutions Pty Ltd ABN 95 608 837 583 (LIS, we, us, our), a Corporate Authorised Representative (CAR) No. 1236821 of Lonsec Research Pty Ltd ABN 11 151 658 561, AFSL No. 421445 (Lonsec Research). Any express or implied rating or advice presented in this video is limited to general advice and based solely on consideration of the investment merits of the financial product(s) alone, without taking into account the investment objectives, financial situation and particular needs (“financial circumstances”) of any particular person. Before making an investment decision you must consider your financial circumstances or seek personal financial advice on its appropriateness. Read the Product Disclosure Statement for each financial product before making any decision about whether to acquire a financial product.

Past performance is not a reliable indicator of future performance. No representation, warranty or undertaking is given or made in relation to the accuracy or completeness of the information presented in this video, which is drawn from information not verified by LIS. This video may also contain third party material that is subject to copyright. To the extent that copyright subsists in a third party it remains with the original owner and permission may be required to reuse the material.

The information contained in this video is current as at the date of publication. Financial conclusions, ratings and advice are reasonably held at the time of publication but subject to change without notice. LIS assumes no obligation to update this document following publication. This video is not intended for use by a retail client or a member of the public and should not be used or relied upon by any other person. This video is not to be distributed without the consent of LIS. Except for any liability which cannot be excluded, LIS and Lonsec Research, their directors, officers, employees and agents disclaim all liability for any error or inaccuracy in, misstatement or omission from, this video or any loss or damage suffered by the reader or any other person as a consequence of relying upon it. Copyright © 2022 Lonsec Investment Solutions Pty Ltd.

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August 3, 2022/by Deanne Baker

Lonsec Sustainability Perspectives, News & Insights, Video

Quarterly Update – Lonsec Sustainable Managed Portfolios

The Sustainable portfolios remained comfortably ahead of the strategic benchmark and their respective FE Multi-Asset Benchmark Indices during the September quarter. This was despite a market-sell off, concerns around softening global growth, rising inflation and fears of a global financial contagion stemming from the worlds most indebted company, Evergrande Group based in China.

Returns from Dynamic Asset Allocation were flat to slightly positive over the quarter, with the overweight position in risk assets and underweight position in fixed income adding value.

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October 27, 2021/by Deanne Baker

Lonsec Sustainability Insights, News & Insights, Video

Introducing Lonsec Sustainable Managed Portfolios

Watch the recording.

Many of you will be aware that your clients are increasingly seeking out investments that align with their personal values.

Further to the launch of the Lonsec Sustainability Score, the Lonsec Sustainable Managed Portfolios will utilise Lonsec’s extensive portfolio construction experience, together with detailed sustainable investing (and ESG) research, to provide a solution that genuinely caters to the needs of investors.

Listen to the key members of the Lonsec investment team to find out more about how the portfolios are formulated and how they can help deliver what your clients really need.

November 6, 2020/by Deanne Baker