Passive investing has several advantages, such as exposure to the market premium, predictable risk-return characteristics and low fees. Since 2004 our enhanced indexing strategies offer all the advantages of traditional passive investing, but strive to generate better returns than passive vehicles after costs, and integrate sustainability criteria as well as the latest academic research.

2004

start of successful track record

>33 bn

EUR assets in funds and mandates

17 years

of tailor-made experience

Enhanced Indexing

An alternative to passive investing in equity markets

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Sustainable enhanced indexing

ESG integrated in stock selection
Aims to achieve 10% lower ESG Risk rating relative to the benchmark
Integrates impact investing by reducing the portfolio footprint by 20% in four areas by reducing the portfolio footprint of greenhouse gas emissions, water usage, and waste generation by 30%, 20%, and 20% respectively
Extensive exclusion lists

Tailored solutions for specific needs

We can adapt to individual needs in terms of investable universe, risk-return profile and sustainability.

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Wilma de Groot
Head of Core Quant Equities, Head of Factor Investing Equities and Deputy Head of Quant Equity

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Enhanced Indexing is a proven alternative to passive investing as it offers all the benefits of this popular investment style while compensating for its many disadvantages

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