We provide financial decision makers with a comprehensive set of ESG Ratings and Data on over 2300 listed European small, mid- and large caps. Â
Our ESG Ratings assess the way in which companies manage their ESG risks, how mature they are in their Corporate Sustainability journey, and how this maturity evolves over time. The Ratings are based on 140 single data points, which we collect through an interactive process including dialogue with rated entities. Our proprietary scoring model allows us to produce a variety of scores on different levels (environment, social, governance and combined ESG) and deliver detailed data sets to our clients (including scores, weights and raw data) as well as detailed rating reports including analyst comments.Â
In addition to our ESG Ratings and underlying data points, we offer a variety of other ESG-related datasets on the same universe of 2300 issuers:Â
EthiFinanceâs ESG Ratings and Data allow investors to get an in-depth understanding of the sustainability performance of the rated companies. They enable our clients to screen their portfolios, comply with different regulations, and get specific information on issuersâ alignment with different norms, standards, and policies.
We provide high-quality ESG research, grounded on more than 20 years of ESG rating experience. EthiFinance is a pioneer in Europe and is recognised by the market for the quality of its data.
EthiFinance is also the recognised expert on small and medium-sized enterprises with specifically adapted methodologies, tools, and processes.
Our services are customisable to specific client requirements, with a flexible subscription offering, including additional inclusion of issuers on demand. EthiFinance is a trusted partner of the European investment and sustainable finance community, having built close collaborations with numerous investors, financial institutions, and companies on ESG Evaluation and Rating since its creation in 2004.
Through our ESG Ratings, we assess the extent to which companies manage the ESG risks and issues that are material to them from a double materiality perspective, i.e. both from a financial perspective on the one hand, and an impact and stakeholder perspective on the other. Â
Our ESG Ratings are based on a proprietary scoring model. We collect over 140 data points covering four pillars: Environment, Social, Governance and External Stakeholders. âThe ESG data is collected from publicly available sources and through an in-depth dialogue with companies. âÂ
Our scoring model allows us to weigh and aggregate the different ESG factors and results in an overall ESG score on a scale between 0 and 100, as well as sub-scores on a E/S/G/ES pillar level.âÂ
We also monitor ESG controversies for all rated companies. This involves identifying and analysing significant allegations, scandals, or contentious issues involving the company. Our process includes a qualitative analysis to determine the severity level for the company and its stakeholders. We have defined five controversy severity levels: neutral, not significant, significant, high risk and critical risk.Â