For the third consecutive year, SEB is included as the only Nordic bank in the Dow Jones Sustainability Index, the world's most recognized investor sustainability rating.
The ranking is based on a comprehensive questionnaire with detailed criteria in 20 categories related to economic, environmental and social responsibility.
"We also this year show that we have good quality in our sustainability work and that it is increasingly a natural part of our business," says Marie Baumgarts, Head of Sustainability
Expectations from the world around us that business should contribute to sustainable development is increasing. At the same time, SEB has the ambition to be a leader in financial sustainability.
"We will continue to strengthen our sustainability work in the future, both in integrating social, environmental and governance aspects into our existing processes, as well as developing products and finding new business opportunities. It is a prerequisite for our long-term ability to support our customers and contribute to positive social development," says Marie Baumgarts.
Dow Jones Sustainability Index is a collaboration between S & P Dow Jones Indices and asset manager RobecoSAM, which specializes in sustainable investments.
| For further information, please contact Marie Baumgarts, Head of Sustainability +46 (0)70 763 7904 marie.baumgarts@seb.se | Press contact Frank Hojem, Group Press Officer +46 (0)70 763 9947 frank.hojem@seb.se |
| SEB is a leading Nordic financial services group with a strong belief that entrepreneurial minds and innovative companies are key in creating a better world. SEB takes a long-term perspective and supports its customers in good times and bad. In Sweden and the Baltic countries, SEB offers financial advice and a wide range of financial services. In Denmark, Finland, Norway, Germany and UK the bank's operations have a strong focus on corporate and investment banking based on a full-service offering to corporate and institutional clients. The international nature of SEB's business is reflected in its presence in some 20 countries worldwide. At 30 June 2018, the Group's total assets amounted to SEK 2,818bn while its assets under management totalled SEK 1,838bn. The Group has around 15,000 employees. Read more about SEB at http://www.sebgroup.com. | |