Responsible investment

Responsible investment is an investment approach that integrates environmental, social, and governance (ESG) factors into investment decisions. This helps manage risk and generate sustainable, long-term returns. It's more than just a financial strategy; it's an approach that acknowledges the relevance of ESG factors in the broader societal context within which financial markets operate.

When considering a new investments we always look at these three key factors;

Environmental factors

Considering how a company's operations impact the natural environment, from carbon footprint to waste management and water conservation.

Social factors

Examining how a company manages its relationships with employees, suppliers, customers, and communities. This could encompass issues like human rights, labor standards, and diversity and inclusion.

Governance factors

Focusing on how a company is governed, such as its corporate structure, executive remuneration, and business ethics.

Ethical business conduct

NTG has a constant focus on ethical business conduct. This means including the integration of moral principles, values, and standards in our decision-making processes and daily operations. Given our significant influence and the responsibilities our investment companies bear, we believe that our commitment to ethical conduct is crucial.

Ethical business conduct is essential to maintaining trust and credibility in the industry. NTG is not only focused on profits but also on our broader responsibilities to our clients, stakeholders, and society. Adopting and adhering to high ethical standards will lead to sustainable growth, long-term client relationships, and a positive reputation in the financial community.

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Optimizing investment companies

When "optimizing" investment companies we enhance their operational efficiency, financial performance, and client satisfaction, ensuring they are maximally effective and competitive in their market. This includes looking into each company’s operational efficiency, portfolio management, client service and relations, compliance and regulation, human capital management, research and analysis, marketing, branding and innovation.

We want to optimize an investment company by holistically enhancing its various components, ensuring it delivers superior value to its stakeholders while maintaining a competitive edge in the ever changing world of technology.

We address 8 of the top 10 global challenges according to the United Nations

Economical clean energy

Sustainable lands and oceans

Sustainable and resilient infrastructure

Sustainable cities

Access to clean water and sanitation

Clean air

Food security

Preparing for and containing pandemics

Our Investment Approach

We always take on new opportunities with the same approach. When considering new investments and collaborations, synergies, growth, efficiency and sustainability play a large part in our assessment. The SGES are essential in any decision making and can work as a checklist when considering a new potential investment.

1. What are the possible synergies of this investment?

Investing with a focus on synergies can lead to significant advantages. Synergies occur when two businesses can achieve greater efficiency, effectiveness, or scale up more than they could separately. This includes sharing resources, merging complementary skills, or combining operations to reduce costs. Synergistic investments can also lead to cross-selling opportunities or the creation of new, innovative products and services. We believe that considering synergies can be a powerful strategy for enhancing the overall value of an investment and achieving a competitive edge.

2. Does it have potential for growth?

A focus on growth is crucial for businesses investing in other businesses as it is a key driver of return on investment. Growth can be measured in terms of revenue, customer base, market share, or other metrics, and indicates the future potential of an investment. Businesses that demonstrate strong growth are often innovating, expanding into new markets, or successfully capturing market share from competitors. These businesses can provide greater returns to investors over time. Investing with a focus on growth can also offer a degree of protection against economic downturns, as growing businesses are typically better able to weather challenging times.

3. Will it be an efficient investment?

Efficiency is an important factor for businesses to consider when investing in other businesses. An efficient business is one that effectively utilizes its resources, like time, money, and assets - to produce goods or services. Such a business can generate higher profits, provide more reliable returns, and better withstand market fluctuations. By focusing on efficiency, investors can identify businesses that are well-managed, cost-conscious, and primed for profitability. Furthermore, investing in efficient businesses can provide opportunities for operational synergies, cost savings, and improved margins.

4. Is it a sustainable investment?

Sustainability is increasingly important to businesses across industries. More and more, companies are being evaluated not just on their financial performance, but on their impact on society and the environment. Businesses that prioritize sustainability can benefit from improved brand reputation, customer loyalty, and regulatory compliance. In addition, sustainable businesses are often more forward-thinking and innovative, characteristics that can lead to long-term success. Investors focusing on sustainability can therefore benefit from both the potential financial returns and the positive societal impact. Moreover, as regulations and societal expectations evolve, sustainability may become a requirement for business success, making it a crucial consideration for investors.

Investing in the future

Responsible investment

Ethical business conduct

Optimizing investment companies

We address 8 of the top 10 global challenges according to the United Nations

Our Investment Approach

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