The transition towards a low-carbon economy is creating an investment cycle across a wide range of natural resources. This could present a compelling opportunity in the years to come for active investors who are able to identify those companies that are either reducing their carbon footprint or who are facilitating net zero via key secular themes.
We believe that our Global Natural Resources Fund should benefit from this long-term structural story. Hear more from Portfolio Manager, Tom Nelson, in his latest update.
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