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Back to Planet Papers hub All eyes will be on Glasgow from 31 October to 12 November for the COP26 global climate summit. The ultimate objective is for signatories to the UN Framework Convention on Climate Change (UNFCCC) to work together to get to ‘net zero’ carbon emissions in time to stave off climate disaster.

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Much has happened since our last series. The world is largely open again, though the highly contagious delta variant and supply chain disruptions mean life is far from ‘back to normal’.

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The recovery has come off the boil, but we think it will continue supporting the markets.

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David Coombs, head of multi-asset investments, will be outlining his latest views; updating you on fund performance and discussing some of the topics that are front of mind.

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Bryn Jones, lead manager of the £2.6bn Rathbone Ethical Bond Fund, has added exposure to government bonds for the first time by investing in the UK’s green gilts. 

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Prime Minister Boris Johnson has told the world to “grow up” and tackle climate change; that “this is the most important period I think now in the history of the planet - because COP simply must succeed”.

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Previously a niche area of investment, it is quickly gaining attention from investors of all types. However, this can be a complicated area of investing to navigate. There are multiple approaches to responsible investing and a variety of ways to analyse companies for their sustainability credentials. While the end goal is often similar – to do the right thing for the environment and society – it is crucial to understand the differences between each approach because it helps investors to make informed choices about where they are putting their money.

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We are informing you in our capacity as investment manager of the Rathbone SICAV Multi-Asset Portfolios (“the Company”), to inform you we will be contacting your client(s) about some changes to the objectives of some of the sub-Funds. 

Last Updated: September 30, 2025

Despite some unanticipated giveaways, fiscal policy is tightening dramatically. Political confusion and economic uncertainty further cloud the outlook.

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At an EGM of shareholders held 26 January 2022, the resolution that the scheme of arrangement (the “merger”) between Rathbone Heritage Fund and Rathbone Multi-Asset Strategic Growth Portfolio, a sub-fund of Rathbone Multi-Asset Portfolio (as detailed in the Information Pack sent to shareholders on 15 December 2021), was passed. Accordingly, the merger is expected to take place on 22 April 2022.

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The appointment follows the announcement of Julian Chillingworth’s retirement in 2022.

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In a new take on the Investors’ Chronicle Investment and Wealth Management Awards, the Celebration of Investment Awards 2021 recognises organisations that have made a positive contribution, whether that be strong performance, good ethical practice or excellent customer service.