Recruitment giant Adacco secures top position in Dow Jones Sustainability World and Europe Indices.
In the latest analysis by RobecoSAM, the Dow Jones Sustainability Indices (DJSI) have identified the top 20% most sustainable companies by sector from a global pool of firms, including emerging markets. These indices, first introduced in 1999, are global indices that track the financial performance of leading sustainability-driven companies worldwide.
RobecoSAM, a Swiss investment specialist focused on sustainability investments, conducts an annual analysis to benchmark companies against the largest worldwide. The companies are selected based on their performance in sustainability metrics, covering environment, social matters, and governance.
Over 3,000 publicly traded companies are invited to report annually on their sustainability practices. Among these, 800 are from emerging markets. The selected companies undergo an in-depth analysis of financially material economic, environmental, and social practices. The analysis includes areas such as innovation, supply chain management, climate strategy, and stakeholder engagement.
The companies included in the DJSI outperform their peers in numerous sustainability metrics. These indices do not focus on a specific industry or sector, but rather follow a best-in-class approach, including companies across all industries. The DJSI are global indices that span various regions and industries.
The DJSI were the first global indices to track the financial performance of sustainability-driven companies. They do not exclusively include companies from developed markets and do not exclusively consider environmental sustainability. They also evaluate social and economic practices.
Companies in the DJSI are required to report on their sustainability practices annually. This transparency and commitment to sustainability are key factors that set these companies apart from their peers. The DJSI do not exclusively consider the largest companies; rather, they select the top 20% most sustainable companies by sector.
In conclusion, the 2021 Dow Jones Sustainability Indices (DJSI) Global Indices highlight the top sustainable companies worldwide, providing investors with a valuable tool to support sustainable investments. These indices demonstrate that strong sustainability performance can go hand in hand with financial success.
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