Since 1998, imug rating cooperated with EIRIS.

Established by the EIRIS Foundation, the London-based “Ethical Investment Research and Information Service” was one of the global pioneers in the environmental, social and governance (ESG) analysis of companies and countries, with over 30 years of experience in the field of extra-financial research and the development of strategies for responsible investment.

In autumn 2015, EIRIS and French market leader Vigeo announced the merger of the two entities. Both agencies were leaders in their respective markets with strong potential for further growth. The two agencies will build upon their reputations and strong brand names, as well as on their skills that have produced innovative methodologies and technologies. With a team of 120 analysts, the new entity provides ESG research on 4,000 issuers, and thematic research covering up to 10,000 issuers for more than 300 asset managers and institutional investors worldwide. The pooling of their resources and tools further broadens the coverage of issuers rated on an annual basis to better serve the growing needs of their clients.

Based on methodologies that are synergetic and complementary, Vigeo Eiris offers a wide product suite tailored to the needs of a range of global investors. The reach of this new global player allows it to play a leading role in promoting relations between issuers and investors going forward.

imug rating therefore has an own research and products & services on ESG as well as products & services based on Vigeo Eiris methodology & research.