Knowledge and Insight

Demystifying responsible investment

Rising interest rates, slowing GDP growth and war have rocked markets. Stock prices say recession is locked in; but as Ed Smith explains in this nine minute video, we’re not so sure. It’s a significant risk, but there’s more resilience in today’s economy than many investors think.

Rising interest rates, slowing GDP growth and war have rocked markets. Stock prices say recession is locked in; we’re not so sure. It’s a significant risk, but there’s more resilience in today’s economy than many investors think. 

Established in 2019, the Professional Deputies Forum (PDF) was founded by practitioners to provide a forum for professional deputies to share news, views, and best practice on matters concerning vulnerable adults who lack or have limited mental capacity. We spoke to Martin Terrell, Chair at the PDF, to share his views on the PDF’s work and the challenges faced by deputies.

Grace Serwanga of Penningtons Manches Cooper has kindly contributed an article on what you need to consider before making a gift on behalf of a protected client.

As Rathbones joins the Brainwave 40th Anniversary Guardianship programme, find out more about the work the charity does to support children with disabilities and additional needs.

Our booklet explains our four core principles, or pillars, of responsible investment and how we put them into practice.

Ian Dembinski, head of client development at Rathbones, shares his reflections on some of the key qualities driving successful entrepreneurial businesses in a changing world.

Tech giants have grand plans to bring the Metaverse to life. Buzzword or not, the concept is here to stay. Ian Dembinski, our head of client development explores the Metaverse and what all the fuss is about.

Our approach to responsible investing, in particular our use of proxy voting to encourage sustainable practices among the companies we invest in, has recently been recognised with two major industry awards.

Helen Wilson, responsible business lead for Rathbones Group, outlines our strategy for delivering on our commitment to achieve zero carbon emissions by 2050 and minimising climate-related risk in our investment portfolios.

A recent survey into charities’ action to tackle climate change suggests many organisations need to do more to prioritise environmental awareness and care for the planet.