Desjardins Investments announces the launch of the Desjardins Sustainable Systematic Global Equity Fund
FrançaisDORVAL, QC, Nov. 9, 2026 /CNW/ -- Desjardins Investments Inc., which manages Desjardins Funds, has announced the launch of the new Desjardins Sustainable Systematic Global Equity Fund.
"With the Desjardins Sustainable Systematic Global Equity Fund, our goal is to provide investors with a solution that combines the rigour of a quantitative approach with our responsible investment convictions," stated Jean-François Girard, Vice-President and Head of Investment Funds Development and Management at Desjardins Investments. "This strategy allows us to leverage Desjardins Global Asset Management's expertise in multi-factor management, while integrating key sustainability issues for the future, in particular the transition to a low-carbon economy, biodiversity conservation and the development of a more equitable and inclusive economy."
Desjardins Fund | Unit1 classes available starting November 9, 2026 |
A, K, I, C, F, D and W | |
1 For more information about available units, see the simplified prospectus. | |
This fund is managed by Desjardins Global Asset Management. Its objective is to achieve long-term capital appreciation by investing primarily in equity and equity-related securities of companies from around the world, including in emerging markets, prioritizing a quantitative approach.
About Desjardins Group
Desjardins Group is the largest cooperative financial group in Canada and the eighth largest in the world, with assets of $543.5 billion as at June 30, 2026. Desjardins has been named one of the top employers in Canada by both Forbes magazine and Mediacorp. It offers a full range of financial and insurance products and services through its extensive distribution network, its online platforms, and its subsidiaries across Canada. In addition to being ranked among the world's strongest banks according to The Banker magazine, Desjardins has one of the highest capital ratios and one of the highest credit ratings in the industry.
About Desjardins Investments Inc.
As the manager of Desjardins Funds and Desjardins Exchange Traded Funds, Desjardins Investments Inc. is one of the leading investment fund managers in Canada, with $66.5 billion in assets under management as at September 30, 2026. Desjardins Investments offers a broad range of investment funds to Canadians and stands out in the industry for its roster of world-class portfolio managers representing 20 portfolio management firms around the world. In addition, Desjardins Investments is actively engaged in promoting and encouraging responsible investing in Canada.
About Desjardins Global Asset Management Inc.
Desjardins Global Asset Management Inc. ("DGAM") offers a broad range of investment solutions across public and private markets. Together with Guardian Capital Group Limited and its other subsidiaries, DGAM brings global breadth of investment expertise and represents C$302 billion in assets under management and administration (as of September 30, 2026). With more than 700 employees and a presence in Canada and internationally, the organization serves institutional and private wealth clients.
Desjardins Funds are not guaranteed, their value fluctuates frequently and their past performance is not indicative of their future returns. Commissions, trailing commissions, management fees and expenses all may be associated with mutual fund investments. Please read the prospectus before investing. Desjardins Funds are offered by registered dealers.
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