Share prices were strong again in August. And, after several years of share price gains being concentrated in just a few shares, our funds are now benefiting from this number widening. We have also put in place several non-bond diversifiers to help with the risks of inflation and rising bond yields.
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Better work pillar
As part of our stewardship work, we assess companies’ impact on the real world and build engagement programmes around these. We broadly categorise these into three pillars – better work, better environment, and better health. Martin Buttle shares how our better work pillar covers several underlying themes from human rights at work, tackling inequality and the Living Wage.
Engagement on climate
Climate change matters. It affects how markets work. It shows up in energy prices, supply chains, and long-term growth. For investors with long time horizons, it is not a future concern. It is already influencing company performance and economic stability. Climate action has been a core focus of our stewardship work since 2010. Find out how we have been pressing for stronger corporate responses in our latest video.
Navigating uncertainty: active money market fund management in a changing rate environment
Sterling money market fund management has become more challenging as geopolitical tensions, inflation risks and uncertain interest rate expectations make it difficult to navigate. CCLA expects UK rates to stay higher for longer, but not rise further, with the next move more likely to be down in 2027. During periods of uncertainty, we look at why active management matters.
