Strategy Overview
Investment Strategy
Through rigorous due diligence and extensive fundamental research conducted by our highly experienced internal infrastructure investment team, the strategy focuses mainly on asset selection and shall invest primarily in debt investments relating to essential assets with monopoly characteristics in regulated environments or with acceptable long term contractual regimes. Our deep expertise in infrastructure investments combined with rigorous due diligence and hands-on engagement helps us add value through security selection with an emphasis on project characteristics, structure, and performance monitoring. Although most infrastructure assets are inherently ESG friendly, our philosophy goes beyond the typical approach of limiting downside risks and aims to focus on the potential upside from favorable ESG attributes – both from a financial and a sustainable perspective.
Why Invest in this Strategy
- Fixed income cash flow stream secured by high quality assets with an investment grade credit profile
- Ability to hedge long-term liabilities (asset-liability matching) for long-term institutional investors
- Low observed correlations with other asset classes; diversified risk drivers
- Naturally aligned with ESG and Responsible Investing principles
- Attractive risk/return profile when compared to traditional corporates
Investment Team
Alexandre Cousineau MSc, CFA, CAIA
Olivier Audette Génier MSc, CFA
Nicolas Vaugeois MSc, CFA
Guillaume Bellavance FCIA, CFA, CAIA, PRM
Disclaimer
The information provided herein does not constitute investment advice and it should not be relied on as such. It should not be considered a solicitation to buy or an offer to sell a security. It does not take into account any investor’s particular investment objectives, strategies, tax status or investment horizon. There is no representation or warranty as to the current accuracy of, nor liability for, decisions based on such information. Past performance is no guarantee of future results. Information pertaining to Fiera pooled funds is not to be construed as a public offering of securities in any jurisdictions of Canada. The offering of units of Fiera pooled fund is made pursuant to the fund’s Trust Agreement and only to those investors in jurisdictions of Canada who meet certain eligibility or minimum purchase requirements. Important information about Fiera pooled funds, including a statement of the fund’s investment objective, is contained in its Trust Agreement, a copy of which may be obtained from Fiera Capital Corporation. Unit values and investment returns will fluctuate. Please read the Trust Agreement of the pooled funds before investing. All performance data assume reinvestment of all distributions or dividends and do not take into account other charges or income taxes payable by any unitholder that would have reduced returns. Pooled funds are not guaranteed, their values change frequently and past performance may not be repeated.