Higher impact portfolio

We aim to create a higher impact portfolio by focusing investments on three SDGs across all our sectors: Decent Work and Economic Growth (SDG 8), Reduced Inequalities (SDG 10), and Climate Action (SDG 13).

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Deeper relationships

FMO is a small player relative to the challenge we face. To achieve the SDGs in the next decade, we need to pool our resources and work with others.

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Higher productivity

We are committed to building a high-performing organization that enables us to deliver higher impact and build deeper relationships.

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Performance on our strategy

This chapter outlines our 2020 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 efforts through a set of performance metrics.

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COVID-19

COVID-19 has affected the people in our markets, our customers and FMO. Companies in emerging markets, particularly micro, small and medium enterprises (MSMEs), have experienced falls in demand, distorted supply chains, and production shutdowns.

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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.

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Core focus SDGs

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

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Sector focus SDGs

By financing businesses across the entire agri-food chain we contribute to SDG 2, Zero Hunger.

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ESG risk management

We have five management tools for tracking ESG performance:

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Deeper relationships

FMO attaches strategic importance to deepening relationships with our stakeholders, because by pooling resources and partnering with others we can significantly increase our impact.

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