Professional investors

Our Better World range of funds have been designed for your clients who want to harness the power of investment markets to have a positive influence on society and the planet.

CCLA is bringing its unique approach to environmental, social and governance (ESG) factors to individual and professional investors for the first time. Today, our funds are recognised as consistent strong performers and this, combined with our 60-year history of pioneering sustainable investment for charities, the church and local authorities, has seen CCLA grow to become the largest charity fund manager in the UK.

ESG has been integral to our approach since inception. It’s incorporated into every investment decision and guides our commitment to engage for positive change on the world’s most pressing issues, from climate change to modern slavery and mental health.

Our funds

CCLA Better World Global Equity Fund

A long-term global equity fund which aims to provide a total return (the combination of capital growth and income) by investing in high-quality companies from around the world. The fund is managed in line with CCLA’s Good Investment philosophy and approach to investing for a better world as outlined in CCLA’s Better World policy.

CCLA Better World Cautious Fund

A multi-asset fund which aims to provide a total return after costs, of inflation, plus 2% per year over the long term (defined as five years). The fund is managed in line with CCLA’s approach to investing for a better world as outlined in CCLA’s Better World policy.

Investment approach

Our investment approach seeks to provide your clients with:

Access to high-quality companies with recurring, growing cash flows
Companies and assets with attractive valuations
Strategies that offer sector and geographic diversification

Tried-and-tested approach that ensures portfolios are consistent with our mission to build a Better World.
Access to a highly experienced investment team

Our Sustainable Investment Framework

James Corah, head of sustainability, explains our investment philosophy through three principles: act, assess, align.

How do we quantify quality?

Mike Ekaette, Director of Investments, shares CCLA’s approach to identifying quality companies through our risk framework.

Portfolio construction

We aim to identify important trends that are driven by fundamental changes in the economy and couple this with detailed analysis of each prospective investment.

We pay little attention to the composition of any index against which a fund may be compared. We follow a clear, repeatable investment process that, we believe, identifies quality assets which will help deliver above average growth, trading at attractive valuations.

We believe that we can create long-term value for investors by selecting companies with the following characteristics:

Above average cash growth

Companies positioned in a growing market, making them well placed to increase in value.

Efficient capital allocation

Companies with a track record of wise capital allocation decisions shown through management’s skill to invest and distribute cash flows.

Predictable cash generation

Companies that have plentiful opportunities for future growth, typically operating in areas of the market less affected by short-term trends.

Financial strength

Companies with high-quality management teams and strong balance sheets that are well-run and resilient.

Enduring competitive advantage

Companies that demonstrate enduring competitive advantages, quantitatively measured on their cash flow return on investment and track record.

Meets or exceeds ESG minimum criteria

Companies operating above our minimum ESG standards.

Why choose CCLA?

How your clients can do a world of good with CCLA

Save with purpose

Investing is an effective way to put your money to work and potentially build wealth. Our approach to investing responsibly is to deliver positive change.

Invest in our collective future

Healthy markets require a healthy future, and CCLA is pushing for progress to meet the world’s sustainability challenges.

Target systemic issues

CCLA seeks to be a catalyst for change in the investment industry. By actively addressing sustainability challenges, we aim to limit risks before they negatively impact on the performance of our investors’ assets and the function of society.