Annual and interim reports

How we apply our investment process

Our investment process consists of the following stages. Through case studies we illustrate how ESG is an integral part of this process.

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Lessons learned

FMO conducts and commissions evaluations to reflect on its strategy, its business model, and the effectiveness of its policies and processes and impact of its investments. This helps us achieve more impact and develop a continuous learning culture.

Our strategy

We believe in a world in which, in 2050, more than 9 billion people live well and within the means of the planet’s resources. To achieve this, we need to overcome the global challenges highlighted by the 17 UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).

Higher impact portfolio

We create higher impact by focusing our activities on SDGs and markets that are key to economic, environmental and social progress.

Deeper relationships

FMO aims to realize its vision by working with the private sector in developing countries. Our customers and partners create impact on the ground. Through their activities, for instance, they support jobs and provide access to finance or electricity.

Higher productivity

We are committed to building a high-performing organization that enables us to deliver higher impact and build deeper relationships. We will continue to transition towards a more efficient and productive organization.

Performance against our strategy

This chapter outlines our 2021 performance with respect to FMO’s three strategic pillars: a higher impact portfolio in our chosen industries, deeper relationships and higher productivity. We monitor our results through a set of performance metrics.

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Factors impacting our portfolio

The impact of COVID-19 on FMO’s customers has been limited so far. With the support of our partners, where requested, FMO has helped its customers throughout the crisis to support their communities.

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Higher impact portfolio

We create higher impact by investing in regions where our impact can be greatest and in sectors that are crucial to economic, environmental and social progress.

Core focus SDGs

Private business activity, investment and innovation are major drivers of productivity, inclusive economic growth and job creation.