Janus Henderson expands its active ETF offering

Oksana Patron

16 March 2023

Janus Henderson has announced the launch of the its Sustainable Credit Active ETF managed fund (GOOD) which will offer investors exposure to a credit portfolio with an avenue to “manage the fixed income portion of their portfolio with a sense of purpose”.

GOOD, which will be jointly managed by Melbourne-based head of Australian fixed interest Jay Sivapalan and portfolio manager Shan Kwee, would offer exposure to credit securities which aim to make positive contributions to people and the planet by promoting decarbonisation, aiding the circular economy, supporting social equality, working to alleviate poverty and encouraging inclusion and social diversity, the firm said.

Overseen by Janus Henderson’s wider Australian Fixed Interest team, GOOD is expected to benefit from exposure to investment team with more than 18 years’ average investing experience, who manages more than $18 billion on behalf of a wide range of institutional, wholesale and retail clients.

The firm also said the team would be also supported by a growing global team of 16 dedicated ESG investment experts, and Janus Henderson’s global fixed income experience, with more than 110 fixed income investment professionals managing more than $88 billion of assets for clients.

“We’re incredibly proud to introduce GOOD to Australian investors today. The complexity of modern ESG challenges require a deep understanding of, and regular interaction, with companies,” Sivapalan said.

“The sustainable bond market in Australia is evolving rapidly and as such, nuanced analysis and decision making is required to select issuers that are best in class, which is critical to the success of our strategy.

“To that end, GOOD will invest in debt securities issued by companies with robust sustainable practices and the potential to enhance outcomes for society’s wellbeing and the protection of our planet.”