Pyrford Perspectives: ageing economies The team at Pyrford investigate the disappointing levels of productivity growth around the world.

ESG Viewpoint: Chemicals and biodiversity – a year since EU’s ban on bee-harming pesticides In April 2018, the EU Member States endorsed the EU Commission’s proposals to ban all outdoor uses of three neonicotinoids (“neonics”). One year on, we review our engagement on chemical safety and biodiversity risk with ten agrochemical companies to see how they are responding to the new rules.

United Nations Principles for Responsible Investment As a founding signatory to the United Nations Principles for Responsible Investment (UNPRI), we believe in the growing relevance of environmental, social and corporate governance (ESG) drivers to investment decision making.

Brexit update Brexit uncertainty continues in the UK. Leaving without a deal by 31 October is a distinct possibility, an early general election looks even more likely.

ESG Viewpoint: Warm India, Wet India – Incredible India? The first in a series of viewpoints based on our recent trip to India to engage with companies on all things ESG.

Poor productivity growth The team at Pyrford investigate the disappointing levels of productivity growth around the world.

As good as gold? The team at Pyrford consider gold versus fiat money.

Pyrford Perspectives: our views on the markets The team at Pyrford take a quick look at what’s going on in the markets.

The US/China trade saga The team at Pyrford discuss the US/China trade spat and the economic implications.

Our impression of extravagant investments The team at Pyrford reflect on the recent sale of a Monet painting and discuss how the uber-rich spend their loose change.

Thematic focus: Access to finance Our portfolio companies reach more than 70 million customers in markets lacking access to financial services. Given the potential for financial inclusion

Indian elections: the people’s definitive message India’s electorate decisively voted to keep in power the BJP party and Prime Minister Narendra Modi, the man characterised by many Western media outlets as ‘the most divisive leader’ in Asia