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Baillie Gifford & Co. is an independent, global investment management firm headquartered in Edinburgh, UK. The firm was founded in 1908 and is wholly-owned by their partners. Baillie Gifford manages assets for pension funds, institutions, corporates, foundations, charities and retail investors. They are a socially responsible investor which works with their fund managers to assess ESG concerns both before and after investing in companies.

abrdn Investment Management Ltd. (AIM) is the wholly-owned investment management subsidiary of Standard Life Investments Holdings Ltd., itself a wholly-owned subsidiary of abrdn Plc (LON: ABDN) in Great Britain. Formerly known as Standard Life Investments Ltd., the firm was founded in 1990 as the dedicated investment arm of the Standard Life group. Headquartered in Edinburgh, AIM is a socially responsible investor which offers Standard Life Ethical Funds for investors concerned about environmental and social issues. Their flagship is the UK Select Fund.

Part of Deutsche Bank AG, Morgan Grenfell & Co. Ltd. is a British company that manages private investments. The company is based in London, UK.

Impax Asset Management (AIFM) Ltd. (IAFM) is the hedge fund management subsidiary of Impax Asset Management Group Plc (LSE: IPX) in Great Britain. The firm is headquartered in London and was founded in 2013. IAFM serves as the investment manager to Private Equity Funds, other private funds and an investment trust that invests in listed equities.

JPMorgan Asset Management (UK) Ltd. (JPMAM-UK) is the wholly owned, Great Britain-based investment arm of JPMorgan Asset Management International Ltd., ultimately held by JPMorgan Chase & Co. (NYSE: JPM) in the US. The firm was founded in 1974 and formerly known as JPMorgan Fleming Asset Management. They changed their name to JPMorgan Asset Management UK Ltd. in 2005. Headquartered in London, JPAM-UK provides investment advisory services to institutional clients, both US and non-US.

Jupiter Asset Management Ltd. (JAM) is an investment management firm headquartered in London, UK. The firm was founded in 1985 and is a subsidiary of Jupiter Investment Management Group Ltd., ultimately owned by Jupiter Fund Management plc (LON: JUP). They were previously a subsidiary of Commerzbank AG until 2007 when their senior management acquired the firm through a management buyout. The firm offers a range of actively managed strategies available to UK and international clients including equities, fixed income, multi-asset and alternatives. JAM is a signatory on a number of key initiatives such as the UN Principles for Responsible Investment.

Insight Investment Management (Global) Ltd. (Insight) is the UK-based specialist asset management subsidiary of Insight Investment Management Ltd., ultimately held by The Bank of New York Mellon Corp. (NYSE: BK) in the US. Headquartered in London, the firm was founded in 1964 as an in-house asset manager for the insurance assets of HBOS, and was acquired by Bank of New York Mellon Corp. in 2009. The firm provides liability-driven investment solutions, fixed-income and alternative investments for a range of clients which includes pension funds, corporates, local authorities, insurers, sovereign wealth funds, wealth managers, financial institutions and individual investors. Insight is a founding signatory of the UN Principles for Responsible Investment (UNPRI).

CCLA Investment Management Ltd. (CCLA) is an independent Great Britain-based specialist investment management firm headquartered in London. The firm was founded in 1987 and formerly known as Hackremco (No. 367) Ltd. and as Church, Charity and Local Authority Fund Managers Ltd. CCLA manages investments for charities, religious organizations and the public sector. They also offer segregated investment management for larger funds and do not offer services to private individuals.

Polar Capital LLP is an alternative investment manager headquartered in London, UK. The firm is a subsidiary of Polar Capital Partners Ltd., itself a subsidiary of Polar Capital Holdings, Plc (LON: POLR) in Great Britain. Founded in 2001, Polar Capital offers its services primarily to Polar Funds and managed accounts, all of which are pooled investment vehicles. Investors in Polar Funds include individuals, banking or thrift institutions, investment companies (including mutual funds), pension and profit-sharing plans, pooled investment vehicles (such as hedge funds), high net-worth individuals, collateralized debt obligations (CDO’s), charitable organizations, trusts and estates, corporations and other business entities, and state or municipal government entities.

SG Kleinwort Hambros Bank Ltd. (Kleinwort Hambros) is the Great Britain-based wealth management arm of Société Générale SA (EPA: GLE) in France. Formerly known as SG Hambros Bank & Trust Ltd., they became SG Hambros Bank Ltd. in 2007 when Hambros Bank acquired the London private banking business of ABN AMRO Bank NV. In 2017, the firm changed their name to SG Kleinwort Hambros Bank Ltd., following the purchase of Kleinwort Benson by Societe Generale Private Banking Hambros (SGPB Hambros) in June 2016, and its subsequent merger with SGPB Hambros. Headquartered in London, Kleinwort Hambros was founded in 1969 and offers a wide range of wealth management services to individuals, families, entrepreneurs, trusts and charities.

Impax Asset Management Ltd. (IAM) is a specialist asset manager headquartered in London, UK. The firm was founded by Ian Simm in 1998 and is a wholly owned subsidiary of Impax Asset Management Group plc (LON: IPX). They provide ongoing investment services to the separately managed accounts of various institutional clients based on the investment goals, objectives, time horizon and risk tolerance of each client. IAM is a signatory to the Principles for Responsible Investment (PRI).

Fox-Pitt, Kelton Ltd. engages in providing investment advisory services. It is also underwriter of equity securities and actively serves as a strategic advisor providing advice on mergers & acquisitions, corporate restructurings and equity capital market transactions for banks, insurance companies and other financial services companies around the world. The company was founded in 1971 and is headquartered in London, the United Kingdom.

Sycomore Asset Management SA (Sycomore AM) is the French asset management subsidiary of Generali Investments Holding SpA, itself a subsidiary of Assicurazioni Generali SpA (BIT: G) in Italy. The firm was founded in 2001 by Cyril Charlot, Laurent Deltour, Christine Kolb and Emeric Préaubert. On February 2019, Sycomore AM was acquired by Generali Investments Holding SpA. Headquartered in Paris, the firm manages mutual funds and segregated mandates for institutional clients such as private and public pension funds, insurance companies, banks, corporations; and distribution partners including IFAs and fund distribution platforms in France and abroad. Sycomore AM is a socially responsible investor and signatory to the UN Principles for Responsible Investment which integrates ESG into their investment process and manages an SRI fund.

Triton Investment Management Ltd (Triton Partners) is a private equity subsidiary of Triton Investments Advisers LLP founded in 1998. The firm is headquartered in Oksigen, Luxembourg.

Veritas Asset Management LLP (VAM), formerly known as Veritas Asset Management (UK) Ltd., is the wholly-owned fund management subsidiary of VAM Bidco Ltd., itself a subsidiary of Affiliated Mangers Group, Inc. (NYSE: AMG) in the US. The firm is headquartered in London and was founded in 2003. VAM manages both funds and segregated portfolios, with either long-only or long-short real return mandates. They specialize in Global and Asian equities and invest alongside clients to align interests. Their clients include institutions, charitable trusts and private clients, primarily high-net worth individuals.

Rathbone Investment Management Ltd. (RIM) is the wholly-owned investment management subsidiary of Rathbone Brothers Plc (LON: RAT) in Great Britain. The firm is headquartered in Liverpool and was founded in 1979. RIM manages portfolios for US resident individuals, trusts, charities and pensions. They also provide individual investment and wealth management services for private clients, charities, trustees and professional partners, primarily in Great Britain.

Sarasin & Partners LLP (Sarasin) is a global investment manager headquartered in London, UK. The firm was founded in 1983 and formerly known as Sarasin Investment Management Ltd. They are a subsidiary of SIM Partnership (London) Ltd., ultimately held by JS International Holdings Ltd. in The Bahamas. Sarasin invests thematically and responsibly on behalf of charities, private clients, institutions and investment professionals.

Tenax Capital Ltd. is an alternative investment manager headquartered in London, UK. The firm was founded in 2004 and is a subsidiary of China-based Fosun International Ltd. (HKG: 0656), which is owned by Fosun International Holdings Ltd. in British Virgin Islands. Tenax Capital offers Fixed Income, Private Debt, Insurance-Linked Securities (ILS) and Equity strategies for various investors.

Edison Investment Research Ltd. (Edison) is an investment research, investor relations and consulting firm headquartered in London, UK. The firm was founded by Stephen Rogers and Fraser Thorne in 2003. They are a subsidiary of Edison Global Ltd. Edison provides investment research to international investors, advisors and stakeholders.

Stonehage Fleming Investment Management Ltd. (Stonehage Fleming) is the wealth management subsidiary of Stonehage Fleming (UK) Ltd., ultimately held by Spes Bona Ltd. in British Virgin Islands. The firm was founded in 2000 as FF&P Asset Management Ltd. and changed their name to Stonehage Fleming Investment Management Ltd. in 2015 when Stonehage and Fleming Family & Partners merged. Headquartered in London, Stonehage Fleming provides investment advice to high-net worth individuals, family groups, charities and institutions.

HSBC Bank Plc (Broker) (HSBC Bank-Broker) is the broker/dealer division of HSBC Bank Plc, which is owned by HSBC Holdings Plc (LON: HSBA; NYSE: HSBC) in Great Britain. Headquartered in London, HSBC Bank-Broker was founded in 1880 and offers bespoke brokerage services across every major asset class for their corporate and institutional clients.

Close Asset Management Ltd. (Close AM) is the asset management subsidiary of Close Asset Management Holdings Ltd., itself a subsidiary of Close Brothers Group plc (LSE: CBG, ADR: CBGPY) in Great Britain. The firm was founded in 1982 and does business as Close Brothers Asset Management. Headquartered in London, Close AM provides a bespoke investment management service to private clients, trusts and corporates.

Part of UBS Group AG, SG Warburg & Co. Ltd. provides security brokerage services.

KPMG Europe LLP provides financial services. It offers audit and assurance, business technology, deal advisory, legal services, management consulting, pensions, risk consulting, tax, and strategy. The company was founded in 1907 and is headquartered in London, the United Kingdom.

Intermediate Capital Group Plc (Private Equity) (ICG) is a private equity division of Intermediate Capital Group Plc founded in 1989. The firm is headquartered in London, United Kingdom.

IQUW Syndicate Management Ltd. provides motor insurance services. It offers insurance for private cars, classic cars, vans, motorcycles, taxis, minibuses, fleets, haulage and agricultural vehicles. The firm operates through its offices located in Brentwood, London and Swansea. The company was founded in 1946 and is headquartered in Brentwood, the United Kingdom.

EFG Asset Management (UK) Ltd. (EFGAM UK) is the asset management subsidiary of EFG International AG (SWX: EFGN) in Switzerland. The firm is headquartered in London and was founded in 1994. EFGAM UK provides actively managed investment products and services to professional advisers and institutional investors.

Part of American Express Co., American Express Ltd. is a company that provides credit card services. The company is based in Wilmington, DE.

Part of Insurance Australia Group Ltd., ERS DGB Ltd. functions as an investment holding British company. The company is based in London, UK. The company was founded in 2012. The CEO is Peter Antony Bilsby.

LGT Wealth Management Ltd. is an investment management firm headquartered in London, UK. The firm was founded in 2007 and formerly known as Abrdn Capital Ltd. In 2023, they became a subsidiary of LGT UK Holdings Ltd., which is ultimately owned by LGT Group Foundation in Liechtenstein. LGT Wealth Management provides discretionary investment management services for private clients, charities and pension schemes.

Part of JS International Holdings Ltd., S.I.M. Partnership (London) Ltd. is a British company founded in 1996 that partners with clients for the long term, committed to growing their assets responsibly. The company is based in London, UK. This ensures a sustainable world for future generations.

Ninety One UK Ltd. is an asset management firm headquartered in London, UK. The firm was founded in 1986 and is a subsidiary of Ninety One UK Holdings Ltd. Ninety One UK provides discretionary investment management services to public and private pension plans, other institutional investors and domestic pooled investment vehicles. They also manage separate accounts for institutional investors.

Impax Asset Management Ltd (Private Equity) is an investment arm of Impax Asset Management Ltd. The firm is founded in 1998 headquartered in London, UK with an additional offices in the US, Portland and Hong Kong.

SIS Ventures Ltd. (SIS Ventures) is a Venture Capital firm, a subsidiary of Social Investment Scotland founded in 2018. The firm is headquartered in Edinburgh, UK.