Praxis Investment Management has released its annual 'Real Impact 2024' report, revealing comprehensive details about its values-driven investment strategies. The report demonstrates the company's commitment to socially responsible investing through seven distinct impact strategies that go beyond traditional financial metrics.
The report highlights key achievements across multiple investment domains. Notably, Praxis screened out 5-23% of companies from stock indices, voted on over 16,500 shareholder proposals, and invested 34.3% of its Impact Bond Fund in socially or environmentally targeted impact bonds as of December 2024.
Mark Regier, Vice President of Stewardship Investing, emphasized the organization's core mission of providing faith-driven investment solutions that reflect investors' values. The report showcases specific initiatives including direct engagement with over 20 companies on issues ranging from human rights to environmental sustainability.
Significant investments include more than $25.6 million in Community Development Investing, supporting critical services for underrepresented communities. The company also supported three key initiatives addressing tax transparency, climate crisis, and methane emissions.
By integrating sustainability screening, proxy voting, and targeted investments, Praxis demonstrates how financial strategies can simultaneously generate returns and promote positive social change. The report serves as a comprehensive roadmap for investors seeking to align their financial portfolios with broader ethical and environmental considerations.
