In accordance with the European Union’s understanding of sustainability, sustainability should not be limited to ecological aspects, but should rather consider the entire ESG spectrum (Environment, Social and Governance). In this respect, Method Investments and Advisory AG, Balzers, is subject to disclosure obligations under the Sustainable Finance Disclosure Regulation Act (SFDR). In accordance with these disclosure obligations, we hereby make the following statement:
Sustainability strategy (Art. 3 SFDR)
Method Investments and Advisory AG is aware of its responsibility to help secure a future worth living for the next generations. Method Investments and Advisory AG will consider client’s sustainability preferences, if applicable (based on Clients choice) and risk tolerance.
Transparency of adverse sustainability impacts at company level (Art. 4 SFDR)
No consideration in accordance with Art. 4 para.1 let. b or para. 5 let. b SDFR of adverse effects of investment decisions on the sustainability factors is given. The main reason for this is that sustainable investments are thought to carry higher costs and/or lower returns.
Transparency of the remuneration policy in connection with the consideration of sustainability risks (Art. 5 SFDR)
The remuneration policy of Method Investments and Advisory AG, Balzers is neutral, it is designed so that there are no incentives to take excessive risks, including sustainability risks. Overall, the remuneration system is designed to avoid conflicts of interest. It is geared towards the sustainable development of the company and considers appropriate qualitative criteria reflecting compliance with applicable regulations, fair treatment for clients and the quality of services provided to clients.
Method Investments and Advisory AG, Balzers, however, closely monitors developments in this area and will provide information on any changes on this site.