Global investment platform Lightrock has launched a global small-cap strategy that uses a proprietary ESG and impact framework for stock selection.

The strategy, which has been seeded with more than €400 million of capital, invests in listed global small-cap companies and will comprise a portfolio of 50-75 stocks. It is benchmarked to the MSCI World Small Cap Index. Lightrock says the strategy aligns with their proprietary environmental, social, and governance and Impact frameworks and adopts an active engagement strategy with portfolio company leadership teams.

The fund is managed by the firm’s new public equity team comprising Maarten Vankan, Chris Kaashoek, Luuk Jagtenberg, Michiel van Dijk and Tessa Sosef.

Pal Erik Sjatil, Managing Partner and CEO of Lightrock, said, “The launch of this strategy demonstrates our dedication to fostering positive change and nurturing mission-driven enterprises in a new asset class, aligning with investors’ increasing demand for approaches that further environmental or social considerations in the global small-cap space. I extend my heartfelt gratitude to our investors for their confidence and support in our journey towards a more sustainable future.”

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