AP7 has published a new report on Universal Ownership, providing an overview of how large, diversified investors can manage systemic risks such as climate change, biodiversity loss, and antimicrobial resistance — risks that cannot be diversified away.
Universal owners, such as pension funds and insurance companies, hold a representative slice of the global economy. This makes them particularly exposed to system-wide disruptions that affect multiple sectors and markets. The report explores how asset owners can adopt systems thinking to strengthen portfolio resilience and long-term value creation.
The report outlines a system-level approach to active ownership, focusing on identifying root causes and acting where it makes the greatest difference — through policy engagement, standard-setting, and sector-wide initiatives. It also presents a range of practical tools and case studies illustrating how universal owners can work for large-scale change.
Read the report Universal Ownership – Systems Thinking for Asset Owners
