Climate Change Data

Environmental Metrics

ESG Focus Areas

• Environmental
• Social
• Governance

Environmental Achievements

• Reduced paper consumption by 14% compared to 2019.
• Replaced 744 light bulbs with LED bulbs, saving 28,283 kW per year.
• Modified bathroom accessories to reduce water consumption, saving more than 50% or about 48,000 baht per year.
• Saved 30% of electricity used in computer systems through virtualization.

Social Achievements

• Achieved an 89% overall employee engagement score (1% higher than the previous year).
• Hired 2 visually impaired individuals for massage services.
• Participated in the "Happy Retirement Company Project" to educate employees on savings and investments.
• Provided 3140 training hours for employees (26.41% more than in 2019).

Governance Achievements

• Established a sustainability framework and 3-year action plan approved by senior management.
• Implemented anti-corruption policies and training.
• Established a risk management strategy aligned with international guidelines.

Climate Goals & Targets

Environmental Challenges

• COVID-19 pandemic impacting investment management results and in-person events.
• Reducing paper consumption in a securities trading business.
• Managing greenhouse gas emissions indirectly.

Mitigation Strategies

• Increased frequency of investment information presentation to clients.
• Developed electronic channels for communication and transactions.
• Planned to join the "Care the Whale" project to learn about greenhouse gas emission mitigation.

Supply Chain Management

Supplier Audits: Not disclosed

Responsible Procurement

• Transparency and fairness in selecting partners
• Adherence to anti-corruption principles

Climate-Related Risks & Opportunities

Physical Risks

• Not disclosed

Transition Risks

• Not disclosed

Opportunities

• Not disclosed

Reporting Standards

Frameworks Used: GRI

Certifications: Null

Third-party Assurance: Not disclosed

UN Sustainable Development Goals

• Not disclosed

The company considers the importance of the UN SDGs and aligns its operations with 8 key goals.

Sustainable Products & Innovation

• Not disclosed

Awards & Recognition

• SET Awards 2020 (Deal of the year)
• Top Quartile Companies Award (IOD)

Environmental Metrics

ESG Focus Areas

• Environmental
• Social
• Governance

Environmental Achievements

• Switched to LED lightbulbs, saving 28,283 kilowatts or 169,000 baht per year in 2020 and an additional 17,962.56 kilowatts or 107,775.36 baht per year in 2021.
• Reduced electricity consumption of computer systems by 30%.
• Reduced water consumption by 29% or more than 48 units compared to 2020.
• Reduced paper usage significantly through various initiatives (e.g., e-opening accounts, electronic communication).

Social Achievements

• 88% employee engagement score (higher than industry average).
• Implemented Employee Engagement Survey.
• Established HR Partner committee.
• Provided training exceeding government requirements (average 11.34 hours per employee).

Governance Achievements

• Received Excellent CG Scoring (five stars) and placed in the top quartile of companies with less than 1 billion baht registered funds (IOD survey).
• Received 100 points at the 2021 general meeting of ordinary shareholders (Thai Investors Association, Thai Listed Companies Association, and SEC).
• Established anti-corruption policy and measures since 2015, with CAC membership.
• Implemented IT Security Framework (NIST, COBIT5, CIS, OWASP) to protect customer data.

Climate Goals & Targets

Environmental Challenges

• COVID-19 pandemic impacting business operations and employee engagement.
• Global economic disruption affecting securities prices.
• Increased cyber threats and data security risks.

Mitigation Strategies

• Shifted operations online and adapted communication strategies.
• Revised response strategies for investment portfolios.
• Implemented IT Security Framework and key technologies to control data access and transfer.
• Work-from-home policy and provided equipment for remote work.

Supply Chain Management

Responsible Procurement

• Emphasis on transparency and fairness in procurement.
• Commitment to finding partners that support anti-corruption endeavors.

Climate-Related Risks & Opportunities

Reporting Standards

Frameworks Used: GRI Standards

UN Sustainable Development Goals

• Goal 7 (Affordable and clean energy)
• Goal 8 (Decent work and economic growth)
• Goal 10 (Reduced inequalities)
• Goal 12 (Responsible consumption and production)
• Goal 13 (Climate action)

Initiatives contribute to these goals through energy efficiency, fair labor practices, promoting financial literacy, reducing waste, and raising environmental awareness.

Awards & Recognition

• Excellent CG Scoring (five stars) from IOD.
• 100 points at the 2021 general meeting of ordinary shareholders.

Environmental Metrics

ESG Focus Areas

• Environment
• Social
• Governance

Environmental Achievements

• Replaced all fluorescent lights in the main office with energy-efficient LED lights, resulting in a continuous decrease in electricity costs.
• Reduced electricity consumption in the computer system by 30% through virtualization and the reuse of computers.
• Reduced water consumption by 29% due to employees working from home and efficient water fixtures.

Social Achievements

• Provided continuous financial and investment education to clients and the public through digital channels.
• Implemented a Happy Workplace policy to improve employee well-being and productivity.
• Organized various CSR activities, including donations to schools and charities.

Governance Achievements

• Received an Excellent CG Scoring and ranked in the Top Quartile of listed companies with a market capitalization of less than 1 billion baht.
• Received an “Excellent and Exemplary” rating for the management of the annual shareholder meeting.
• Implemented a robust anti-corruption policy and training program.

Climate Goals & Targets

Environmental Challenges

• The COVID-19 pandemic presented challenges to business operations and required adjustments to strategies.
• Economic volatility and uncertainty posed risks to the business.
• The pandemic impacted the ability to conduct in-person training and events.

Mitigation Strategies

• Adapted business strategies to the current situation.
• Shifted to digital channels for training and events.
• Implemented strict COVID-19 prevention measures in the office.

Supply Chain Management

Responsible Procurement

• Selection of suppliers with sustainable business practices.

Climate-Related Risks & Opportunities

Reporting Standards

Frameworks Used: GRI Standards

Awards & Recognition

• Excellent CG Scoring (5 stars)
• Excellent and Exemplary rating for shareholder meeting management

Environmental Metrics

ESG Focus Areas

• Environment
• Social
• Governance

Environmental Achievements

• Replaced all lighting in the old headquarters with LED bulbs, resulting in decreased electricity costs (2020-2022). Electricity consumption increased by 18% in 2023 due to employees returning to the office after working from home during the COVID-19 pandemic. New office building (Park Silom Building) has energy-saving features.
• Improved computer system management resulting in 30% electricity savings in 2022 through virtualization.
• New office building (Park Silom Building) has water-saving bathroom fixtures.
• Participation in the 'Throw To Trash' project (SEC) and 'Care the Bear' project (Stock Exchange of Thailand).

Social Achievements

• Continued providing investment knowledge to customers and the public through various digital channels and seminars.
• Implemented 'Happy Workplace' policy, focusing on employee well-being and development, including RPA technology implementation.
• Achieved an 'Excellent CG Scoring' and ranked in the top quartile of listed companies in the Corporate Governance Report 2023 (IOD).
• Received a 100-point assessment from the Thai Investors Association at the 2023 general meeting of ordinary shareholders.
• Employee Engagement Survey showed an 83% engagement score, higher than the industry average.

Governance Achievements

• Operates under principles of good corporate governance, transparency, ethics, and fair service.
• Received 'Excellent and deserves to be an example' assessment from the shareholders' meeting (Thai Investors Association).
• Established anti-corruption policy and measures since 2015, renewed CAC membership in 2021.
• Implemented a whistle-blowing policy.
• Established risk management policies and processes.

Climate Goals & Targets

Environmental Challenges

• Challenging business operations in 2023 due to volatility in the Thai stock market and concerns about investment confidence.
• Debt defaults of debentures from some listed companies.
• Overall economic challenges in Thailand and the global economy.
• Emergence of new investment risks.
• COVID-19 pandemic (although subsided, still impacted operations).

Mitigation Strategies

• Adjusted business strategy to align with the current situation.
• Focus on business operations and developing a sustainable organization (ESG).
• Improved digital financial services to meet changing customer behavior.
• Implemented risk management policies and processes.
• Implemented a whistle-blowing policy to address potential issues.

Supply Chain Management

Responsible Procurement

• Guidelines for selecting business partners with potential for sustainable operations, timely delivery, good service quality, no labor/human rights violations, and support for anti-corruption.

Climate-Related Risks & Opportunities

Reporting Standards

Frameworks Used: GRI Standards

Awards & Recognition

• Excellent CG Scoring (five stars), top quartile ranking (IOD)
• 100-point assessment (Thai Investors Association)

Environmental Metrics

ESG Focus Areas

• Sustainable competitive advantages
• High market share
• Good corporate governance
• Healthy financial conditions
• Good capabilities of operation in disadvantageous market conditions
• Attractive valuation compared with the potential growth in the future of the company

Climate Goals & Targets

Supply Chain Management

Climate-Related Risks & Opportunities

Awards & Recognition

• “Best Overall Asset & Fund Manager” in 2020, 2021, 2022, 2023.
• “Best Fund Manager for Insurance, ILP Mandates & Private Retirement Schemes” in 2020, 2021, 2023.
• “Best Fund Manager (Balanced Fund)” in 2021
• “Asset Management Company of the Year Vietnam” in 2012, 2014, 2021, 2022, 2023.
• “Fund Management Company of the Year (Onshore)” in 2015, 2016, 2017, 2018
• “ETF Provider of the Year” in 2021
• “Best Vietnam onshore Fund House” in 2010
• “Best Asset Management Company in Vietnam” in 2015, 2016, 2017, 2018
• “Best Business Development“ 2022
• “Best Fund House in Vietnam” in 2012, 2013, 2016
• “CEO of the Year” for Ms. Le Thi Le Hang in 2012, 2013, 2014, 2015, 2016, 2020, 2022
• “CIO of the Year” in 2013, 2014, 2015
• “Fund Launch of the Year” in 2020