Fielmann Group Earns C+ Prime ESG Status, Strengthening Its Appeal to Sustainable Investors in Healthcare Sector

Fielmann Group Earns C+ Prime ESG Status, Strengthening Its Appeal to Sustainable Investors in Healthcare Sector

(IN BRIEF) The Fielmann Group has been awarded a C+ Prime Status ESG rating in the Healthcare category by ISS ESG, a major firm in sustainable investment assessments. This marks the first time the global eyewear and eyecare provider has earned the distinction, following improvements across all Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) metrics. The Prime Status enables Fielmann to attract sustainability-focused investors and positions the company favorably within the healthcare sector, with a decile rank of 2, indicating high relative performance. CFO Steffen Baetjer highlighted the company’s commitment to sustainability and its long-term responsibilities to society and the environment.

(PRESS RELEASE) HAMBURG, 28-Oct-2024— /EuropaWire/ — ISS ESG, a leading firm in the field of sustainable and responsible investment assessments, the Fielmann Group has been awarded a C+ Prime Status ESG rating in the Healthcare category. This update, published on October 8, 2024, marks a significant achievement for the global eyewear, acoustics, and primary eyecare service provider. The Fielmann Group improved its performance across all three core ESG dimensions—Environmental, Social, and Governance—earning the Prime Status for the first time in the Healthcare sector.

Achieving a Prime Status ESG rating is crucial for companies aiming to attract investments from sustainability-oriented funds, opening new opportunities for investors to consider Fielmann’s shares. This rating positions the Fielmann Group among the top tier of companies in the industry, aligning with the standards expected by eco-conscious and socially responsible investors.

Additionally, Fielmann’s decile ranking of 2 in the Healthcare category highlights its standing relative to other companies in the sector, where a rank of 1 signifies the highest performance, and a rank of 10 represents the lowest.

Steffen Baetjer, CFO of the Fielmann Group, expressed pride in the recognition, stating, “As a family business, the Fielmann Group believes that long-term success is achievable only within a healthy society and a sustainable environment. Our responsibility extends to our customers, employees, society, and the environment, and we are proud that our dedication to sustainability has been formally acknowledged.”

Media Contacts:

Nils Scharwaechter
E-mail: investorrelations@fielmann.com

Alexa Hentschel
Head of Corporate & Brand Communication
E-mail: +49 40 270 76-2463

SOURCE: Fielmann Group AG