Emerging Markets Strategic Initiatives

Sustainability Ashmore Consistent, coherent approach across the Group ESG Committee includes front office, middle office & support functions Integrated approach: three pillars of sustainability 1. CORPORATE Incorporating transparency, fairness, accountability and integrity into operations 2. INVESTMENT Enabling clients to deploy capital in line with responsible investing considerations 3. SOCIETAL Social and impact-first investing locally in Emerging Markets communities Corporate Premium listing on London Stock Exchange • UNPRI signatory since 2013 • Annual commitment to society: 0.5% of PBT donated to The Ashmore Foundation and other charities • Net zero initiative via The Ashmore Foundation UNPRI scores Ashmore Peer group median score Investment Strategy & governance A A • ESG factors integrated into all investment processes Fixed income - sovereign A B • Dedicated ESG funds in equities, external debt, corporate debt & blended debt Fixed income - corporate A B Listed equity – incorporation A A • Proprietary ESG research • No separate ESG team; fund managers have a comprehensive view of issuers Listed equity-active ownership Property A B A B • Industry initiatives: NZAMI, Climate Action 100+ Infrastructure A A Societal • The Ashmore Foundation has dispensed nearly USD 7 million to 71 civil organisations in 26 emerging countries 19

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