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AAA-rated portfolio manager increases sustainability requirements of global fund of the year – Evli Global X
JUNE 20, 2018 – Citywire AAA rated portfolio manager Wilhelm Bruun* is, together with Marjaana Haataja, in charge of Evli Global X, an expanded version of Evli Global, the Global Equity Fund of the year 2017**. The new sister fund, Evli Global X, has the same, unique, value-focused portfolio management process but with increased sustainability requirements within controversial areas: alcohol, weapons and firearms, tobacco, gambling, coal, nuclear power, adult entertainment and GMOs. The fund may waive the exclusion related to coal if the company in question has a plausible plan for reducing the use of coal in the future.
Evli Global and Evli Global X are part of Evli’s family of global equity funds. The fund family has a unique investment philosophy with a focus on companies that generate cash flow, have strong debt coverage and are underpriced. This combined with a benchmark independent bottom-up style results in truly active funds that may deviate substantially from the benchmark index.
“There is an increasing client demandĀ for funds that have an exclusion strategy, and we are very happy to be able to meet it now and offer our long proven unique investment philosophy also to those investors who wish to exclude certain companies“Ā saysĀ Kim Pessala, CEO of the Nordic fund management boutique Evli Fund Management Company.
All Evli’s funds have ESG*** integrated in their investment process and follow Evli’s policy on responsible investments.Ā “Evli is engaging in active conversation with companies regarding ESGĀ and can exclude companies if no actions are taken. Manufacturers of controversial weapons are automatically excluded”Ā saysĀ Outi Helenius, Head of Responsibility at Evli Bank Plc.
*Willhelm Bruun is rated AAA by Citywire for his 3-year risk adjusted performance for the period 31.5.2015-31.5.2018.Ā Source and copyright: Citywire information is proprietary and confidential to Citywire Financial Publishers Ltd (“Citywire”), may not be copied and Citywire excludes any liability arising out its use.
**Morningstar Sweden 2017, Morningstar Finland 2017, the Swedish publication Privata AffƤrer 2016
***Environmental, social and corporate governance
Evli Fund Management Company Ltd
Evli Fund Management Company is a Nordic fund management boutique with a prime focus on institutional investors. The funds are actively managed with an ESG overlay and a long time-perspective. Senior portfolio managers have an average of 10 years at Evli and 20 years’ industry experience.
Evli Fund Management Company is 100 percent owned by Evli Bank Plc. Evli has total of EUR 11.4 billion in client assets under management (net 3/2018). The Evli Group’s equity capital totals EUR 65.9 million and its BIS capital adequacy ratio is 15.4 percent (March 31, 2018). The company has more than 200 employees. Evli Bank Plc’s B shares are listed on Nasdaq Helsinki Ltd.
Disclaimer:Ā Investments in financial instruments involve risks, and an investment can both increase and decrease in value or become completely valueless. Past performance is no guarantee of future results.
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Explore the future of gaming at ICE Barcelona: 20 ā 22 January 2025
Explore the future of gaming at ICE Barcelona: 20 ā 22 January 2025
Join the most influential gaming industry professionals from throughout the world when ICE opens at Fira Barcelona Gran Via, 20 ā22 January 2025. The first edition of the world-leading business event to be held outside the UK will feature a record 1,000 exhibitors following unprecedented demand for space from world gamingās leading innovators covering every sector and every jurisdiction.
ICE and the co-located iGB Affiliate – which will occupy 120,000 square metres compared to the 100,000 sqm used in London ā connect the entire global industry and provide access to the very latest cutting-edge innovations, technological solutions, regulatory updates, and insights which assist entrepreneurial businesses to enter new jurisdictions and build market share.
ICE is the event where the industry launches tens of thousands of game-changing, landmark products and where visitors can explore the future of gaming. For more information on the event where the world of gaming goes to do business and to register: icegaming.com
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EGT to create a sensation at FIJMA 2024 with its new products for the B2 Saloon and casino markets in Spain
EGT will present its latest developments for the B2 Saloon and casino markets in Spain during FIJMA 2024, which will take place on 07-09 May. Alejandro Mosquera, director of the local office of the company, shared: “We have chosen to show the products that have the greatest potential for the country, and I am confident that our selection can offer something to everyone ā to those, who are about to start their gaming business now, and also to those who want to make their business even more successful. We will be waiting for all of them at stand C17-C19.ā
Among EGT’s newest proposals, that are expected to generate huge interest among visitors to the exhibition, are the multilevel jackpot Sands Princess AWP and the latest addition to the top-performing jackpot Bell Link AWP ā the Bell Link Plus multigame, both of which are designed especially for the B2 Saloon market.
Sands Princess AWP will take players to the kingdom of Egypt, where each of the 5 levels can be won with any bet. The 4 games of the jackpot: Egyptian Tale, Pharaoh’s Desert, Sands Spirit and Mystic Dawn, will present to those eager for adventures and untold riches numerous opportunities for winning, but only the boldest ones will be able to reach the two linked progressive levels and turn sand into gold.
Bell Link Plus joins Bell Link AWP jackpot to add even more diversity to the choice of the Spanish gaming audience. The multigameās 5 titles: Book of Realm, Burning Hot, 40 Super Hot, 20 Super Hot and Shining Crown, will dive players into the fascinating world of some of the most popular games of the company, now enriched with more chances for winning and entertainment.
Both Bell Link Plus multigame and Sands Princess jackpot will be housed in the Phoenix AWP cabinet – another product, designed specifically for the B2 Saloon market in Spain, which will make its debut on local level at the exhibition. Featuring 27-inch monitors and multiple ergonomic features, this model offers maximum comfort, while the video and audio capabilities, along with the latest EGT software, guarantee an optimal gaming experience.
The guests at the EGT stand will have the opportunity to see the new Premio Ganador multigame for the B2 Saloon market as well, which is expected to be available in the country in the near future and grab the attention of local players with its attractive features offering a lot of bonuses.
The selection will be complemented by the other well-known B2 Saloon cabinets and games, as well as some of the slot products with greatest potential for the country such as the General cabinets and the bestsellers Bell Link and Gods & Kings Link. The latest jackpot proposals Supreme Combo Link and Sheng Sheng Bu Xi, which were launched just a few months ago and have received very positive feedback, will also be showcased.
EGT Digital will demonstrate its rich portfolio of iGaming solutions as well, including instant and slot games, as well as the in-house developed āall-in-oneā betting platform X-Nave, which provides operators with a complete solution for building and maintaining a successful online business.
“We will be delighted to welcome everyone who is interested in our products on our stand at FIJMA,” concluded Mr. Mosquera. “I believe that this year’s participation will be very fruitful just like the previous editions and we will receive many inquiries. We will be happy to continue the conversations with our partners and potential new customers in EGTās new office in Madrid, which is equipped with a spacious showroom, where they will be able to see and test our developments on site once again. Its official opening will be on May 6 and we will be glad to share this experience with all our friends.”
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Kambiās Festival of Sportsbook returns for fourth year
Kambiās Festival of Sportsbook returns in June with registrations now open for a two-day content series featuring speakers from across the Kambi Group and insights covering the full breadth of the industry.
Taking place between 4-5 June, the Festival will be comprised of online sessions taking in topics ranging from UX optimisation and harnessing AI to maximising a summer of soccer featuring both UEFA Euro 2024 and the Copa AmƩrica.
Erik Lƶgdberg, Managing Director of Kambi Sportsbook, will open the Festival with a session entitled āExceptional, everywhere: meeting the increasingly high standards of an evolving marketā, discussing how operators can develop their sportsbook to navigate changing consumer habits and fragmenting markets.
Kambiās Head of Legal and Regulatory Compliance, Victoria Fernandes, will also be joined by Partner Success Manager Sabrina Andrade for a Portuguese language session delving into Brazil and how local operators can compete in the soon-to-be-regulated market.
Gerard Starkey, Kambi Groupās SVP of Marketing & Communications, said: āWe are excited to once again be welcoming the industry to Kambiās Festival of Sportsbook, and we look forward to sharing the sportsbook insights and knowledge the event has become known for. As ever, the agenda features a broad range of sessions hosted by experts from across the Kambi Group, providing plenty to interest those working in or with the sports betting industry today.ā
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