AJ Bell Responsible MPS 1-6
SRI Style:
ESG Plus
SDR Labelling:
Not eligible to use label (out of scope)
Product:
DFM/Portfolio
Fund Region:
Global
Fund Asset Type:
Multi Asset
Launch Date:
01/03/2021
Last Amended:
Jul 2026
Dialshifter (
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Fund/Portfolio Size:
£189.40m
(as at: 31/03/2026)
Total Screened Themed SRI Assets:
£229.80m
(as at: 31/03/2026)
Total Responsible Ownership Assets:
£229.80m
(as at: 31/03/2026)
Total Assets Under Management:
£9800.00m
(as at: 31/03/2026)
Contact Us:
Objectives:
AJ Bell Responsible MPS 1 aims to make a positive return when measured over a period of at least five years, this may be less than the level of inflation (as measured by the consumer price index). Over shorter periods the portfolio may lose value as it invests in securities that can go both up and down in price. The portfolio aims to have minimal exposure to companies generating sales from areas such as tobacco and alcohol, and higher exposure to companies with stronger environmental, governance or social practices (known as ESG).
AJ Bell Responsible MPS 2 aims to make an average return in line with inflation (as measured by the consumer price index) over a period of at least five years. Over shorter periods the portfolio may lose value as it invests in securities that can go both up and down in price. The portfolio aims to have minimal exposure to companies generating sales from areas such as tobacco and alcohol, and higher exposure to companies with stronger environmental, governance or social practices (known as ESG).
AJ Bell Responsible MPS 3 aims to make an average return at least in line with the level of inflation (as measured by the consumer price index) over a period of at least five years. Over shorter periods the portfolio may lose value, including sharp falls in certain market conditions, as it invests in securities that can go both up and down in price. The portfolio aims to have minimal exposure to companies generating sales from areas such as tobacco and alcohol, and higher exposure to companies with stronger environmental, governance or social practices (known as ESG).
AJ Bell Responsible MPS 4 aims to make an average return above the level of inflation (as measured by the consumer price index) over a period of at least five years. Over shorter periods the portfolio may lose value, including sharp falls in certain market conditions, as it invests in securities that can go both up and down in price. The portfolio aims to have minimal exposure to companies generating sales from areas such as tobacco and alcohol, and higher exposure to companies with stronger environmental, governance or social practices (known as ESG).
AJ Bell Responsible MPS 5 aims to make an average return above the level of inflation (as measured by the consumer price index) over a period of at least five years. In favourable market conditions returns may be higher. Over shorter periods the portfolio may suffer significant losses in capital value, as it invests in securities that can go both up and down in price, with large weights in emerging markets. The portfolio aims to have minimal exposure to companies generating sales from areas such as tobacco and alcohol, and higher exposure to companies with stronger environmental, governance or social practices (known as ESG).
AJ Bell Responsible MPS 6 aims to make an average return substantially ahead of inflation (as measured by the consumer price index) over a period of at least five years. Over shorter periods the portfolio may suffer significant losses in capital value, as it invests in securities that can go both up and down in price, with large weights in emerging markets and high growth companies. The portfolio aims to have minimal exposure to companies generating sales from areas such as tobacco and alcohol, and higher exposure to companies with stronger environmental, governance or social practices (known as ESG).
Sustainable, Responsible
&/or ESG Overview:
AJ Bell Responsible MPS are well-diversified, multi-asset portfolios and are intended for clients who are seeking to make a positive return over a period of at least five years, but who also wish to invest in line with a set of values and exclusions. The portfolios adopt an approach that invests in companies that meet a minimum standard against a set of ESG criteria, as defined by MSCI. These are referred to as ‘best-in-class’ companies. In addition, the portfolios will only invest in products that exclude companies involved in controversial industries, such as firearms and tobacco production, as defined by MSCI’s Socially Responsible Investing (“SRI”) methodology.
Primary fund last amended:
Jul 2026
Information directly from fund manager.
Fund Filters
Climate Change & Energy
Will only invest in companies that report greenhouse gas emissions in line with this international reporting framework. See https://www.fsb-tcfd.org/ https ://www.ifrs.org/sustainability/tcfd/
Ethical Values Led Exclusions
Companies are excluded if they are involved in any aspect of the production chain for tobacco products, including cigarettes, vaping, e-cigarettes, chewing tobacco and cigars.
Avoids companies that manufacture weapons intended specifically for military use. Strategies vary - may or may not include non-strategic military products.
Does Not exclude manufacturers of products intended for use in armaments and weapons. So may invest in them
Does Not exclude companies with military contracts - this may include medical supplies, food, safety equipment, housing, technology etc.
Has a written civilian firearms exclusion policy - meaning that they will not invest in companies that make (or perhaps also sell) handguns made for non-military users.
Avoids companies that derive significant income from pornography and related areas. Strategies vary.
Has policies that require specific animal welfare standards to be met. These may reference well-known welfare standards (3Rs - Replace, Reduce, Refine) or certification schemes. Strategies vary.
Gilts & Sovereigns
Invest in loans issued the government, commonly known as gilts or government bonds. These may or may not be ringfenced for specific projects (see additional options).
Invest in financial instruments issued by governments, but will only hold those that meet certain environmental and or social criteria. This may, for example mean certain assets are excluded in line with eg Freedom House research. Strategies vary.
Banking & Financials
Can include banks as part of their holdings / portfolio.
Invests in financial instruments (cash, derivatives and / or foreign exchange) issued by banks. Strategies vary.
How The Fund/Portfolio Works
Focuses on finding and investing in companies with positive / beneficial attributes. This strategy can be applied in addition to exclusion criteria and engagement/stewardship activity.
Has principle 'ethical approach' to avoid companies by using negative screening criteria. Strategies vary.
Only uses an investment index to direct where they can invest. Fund strategies and indices vary.
Investment selection process uses internationally agreed 'norms' (e.g. United Nations Global Compact - UNGC - or the UN Sustainable Development Goals - SDGs) alongside additional SRI criteria such as positive or negative stock selection policies and/or stewardship strategies.
Uses internationally agreed standards, conventions and 'norms' to help direct investment decisions (e.g. the UN Global Compact, UN Sustainable Development Goals).
Intended Clients & Product Options
Available via a tax efficient ISA product wrapper.
Only applicable for DFM’s & portfolio providers. Finds those that offer an SRI / ESG portfolio option
Fund Management Company Information
About The Business
Find fund / asset management companies that encourage the companies they invest in to have strong diversity, race, gender and other equality policies across all assets held, not simply screened or themed SRI/ESG funds. (ie Asset Management company wide).
Fund / asset manager has information on their website that explains how they treat 'vulnerable clients' (as set out in FCA regulation)
Collaborations & Affiliations
Fund management entity is a member of the Investment Association https://www.theia.org/
Climate & Net Zero Transition
Finds organisations / fund management companies that are in the process of working out how to make a ‘net zero commitment’ - meaning that when that is finalised they will have started the process of reducing their total greenhouse gas emissions to 'zero'.
Sustainable, Responsible &/or ESG Policy:
Responsible MPS adopts an approach that invests in companies that meet a minimum standard against a set of ESG criteria as defined by MSCI. These are referred to as ‘best-in-class’ companies. In addition, the Funds will only invest in products that exclude companies involved in controversial industries, such as firearms and tobacco production, as defined by MSCI’s Socially Responsible Investing (“SRI”) methodology.
Process:
For Responsible MPS, we carry a mandate to invest responsibly, the underlying funds used will be rules-based products which, wherever possible, integrate ESG as part of their process. In equities, for instance, we look to utilise products that are benchmarked to the MSCI SRI indices. The MSCI SRI methodology gives a consistent and robust approach to ESG, by excluding industries and companies with high controversy scores, then positively weighting the remaining universe according to the highest ESG rated businesses.
For fixed income investments, we use various ETFs taking ESG into account where appropriate. The multi-layered approach ensures that principles are consistently being taken into account within the investment process.
Firstly, a series of exclusions removes companies from controversial industries. Then, a ‘best-in-class’ ranking system means that, of the remaining companies, only those that score more highly on ESG credentials are included.
SDR Labelling:
Not eligible to use label (out of scope)
Disclaimer
Where practical the Responsible portfolios invest in products tracking MSCI Socially Responsible Investing (SRI) indexes for equity exposure. These indexes exclude companies with certain controversial business involvements and also utilise MSCI's Environmental Social Governance (ESG) ratings and ESG Controversy assessments.
For further details please see MSCI's latest SRI Indexes Methodology document.
| Fund Name | SRI Style | SDR Labelling | Product | Region | Asset Type | Launch Date | Last Amended |
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AJ Bell Responsible MPS 1-6 |
ESG Plus | Not eligible to use label (out of scope) | DFM/Portfolio | Global | Multi Asset | 01/03/2021 | Jul 2026 | |
ObjectivesAJ Bell Responsible MPS 1 aims to make a positive return when measured over a period of at least five years, this may be less than the level of inflation (as measured by the consumer price index). Over shorter periods the portfolio may lose value as it invests in securities that can go both up and down in price. The portfolio aims to have minimal exposure to companies generating sales from areas such as tobacco and alcohol, and higher exposure to companies with stronger environmental, governance or social practices (known as ESG). AJ Bell Responsible MPS 2 aims to make an average return in line with inflation (as measured by the consumer price index) over a period of at least five years. Over shorter periods the portfolio may lose value as it invests in securities that can go both up and down in price. The portfolio aims to have minimal exposure to companies generating sales from areas such as tobacco and alcohol, and higher exposure to companies with stronger environmental, governance or social practices (known as ESG). AJ Bell Responsible MPS 3 aims to make an average return at least in line with the level of inflation (as measured by the consumer price index) over a period of at least five years. Over shorter periods the portfolio may lose value, including sharp falls in certain market conditions, as it invests in securities that can go both up and down in price. The portfolio aims to have minimal exposure to companies generating sales from areas such as tobacco and alcohol, and higher exposure to companies with stronger environmental, governance or social practices (known as ESG). AJ Bell Responsible MPS 4 aims to make an average return above the level of inflation (as measured by the consumer price index) over a period of at least five years. Over shorter periods the portfolio may lose value, including sharp falls in certain market conditions, as it invests in securities that can go both up and down in price. The portfolio aims to have minimal exposure to companies generating sales from areas such as tobacco and alcohol, and higher exposure to companies with stronger environmental, governance or social practices (known as ESG). AJ Bell Responsible MPS 5 aims to make an average return above the level of inflation (as measured by the consumer price index) over a period of at least five years. In favourable market conditions returns may be higher. Over shorter periods the portfolio may suffer significant losses in capital value, as it invests in securities that can go both up and down in price, with large weights in emerging markets. The portfolio aims to have minimal exposure to companies generating sales from areas such as tobacco and alcohol, and higher exposure to companies with stronger environmental, governance or social practices (known as ESG). AJ Bell Responsible MPS 6 aims to make an average return substantially ahead of inflation (as measured by the consumer price index) over a period of at least five years. Over shorter periods the portfolio may suffer significant losses in capital value, as it invests in securities that can go both up and down in price, with large weights in emerging markets and high growth companies. The portfolio aims to have minimal exposure to companies generating sales from areas such as tobacco and alcohol, and higher exposure to companies with stronger environmental, governance or social practices (known as ESG). |
Fund/Portfolio Size: £189.40m (as at: 31/03/2026) Total Screened Themed SRI Assets: £229.80m (as at: 31/03/2026) Total Responsible Ownership Assets: £229.80m (as at: 31/03/2026) Total Assets Under Management: £9800.00m (as at: 31/03/2026) Contact Us: https://www.investcentre.co.uk/contact-us |
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Sustainable, Responsible &/or ESG OverviewAJ Bell Responsible MPS are well-diversified, multi-asset portfolios and are intended for clients who are seeking to make a positive return over a period of at least five years, but who also wish to invest in line with a set of values and exclusions. The portfolios adopt an approach that invests in companies that meet a minimum standard against a set of ESG criteria, as defined by MSCI. These are referred to as ‘best-in-class’ companies. In addition, the portfolios will only invest in products that exclude companies involved in controversial industries, such as firearms and tobacco production, as defined by MSCI’s Socially Responsible Investing (“SRI”) methodology. |
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Fund FiltersClimate Change & Energy
TCFD / IFRS reporting requirement
Will only invest in companies that report greenhouse gas emissions in line with this international reporting framework. See https://www.fsb-tcfd.org/ https ://www.ifrs.org/sustainability/tcfd/ Ethical Values Led Exclusions
Tobacco & related product manufacturers excluded
Companies are excluded if they are involved in any aspect of the production chain for tobacco products, including cigarettes, vaping, e-cigarettes, chewing tobacco and cigars.
Armaments manufacturers avoided
Avoids companies that manufacture weapons intended specifically for military use. Strategies vary - may or may not include non-strategic military products.
Armaments manufacturers not excluded
Does Not exclude manufacturers of products intended for use in armaments and weapons. So may invest in them
Military involvement not excluded
Does Not exclude companies with military contracts - this may include medical supplies, food, safety equipment, housing, technology etc.
Civilian firearms production exclusion
Has a written civilian firearms exclusion policy - meaning that they will not invest in companies that make (or perhaps also sell) handguns made for non-military users.
Pornography avoidance policy
Avoids companies that derive significant income from pornography and related areas. Strategies vary.
Animal welfare policy
Has policies that require specific animal welfare standards to be met. These may reference well-known welfare standards (3Rs - Replace, Reduce, Refine) or certification schemes. Strategies vary. Gilts & Sovereigns
Invests in gilts / government bonds
Invest in loans issued the government, commonly known as gilts or government bonds. These may or may not be ringfenced for specific projects (see additional options).
Invests in sovereigns subject to screening criteria
Invest in financial instruments issued by governments, but will only hold those that meet certain environmental and or social criteria. This may, for example mean certain assets are excluded in line with eg Freedom House research. Strategies vary. Banking & Financials
Invests in banks
Can include banks as part of their holdings / portfolio.
Invests in financial instruments issued by banks
Invests in financial instruments (cash, derivatives and / or foreign exchange) issued by banks. Strategies vary. How The Fund/Portfolio Works
Positive selection bias
Focuses on finding and investing in companies with positive / beneficial attributes. This strategy can be applied in addition to exclusion criteria and engagement/stewardship activity.
Negative selection bias
Has principle 'ethical approach' to avoid companies by using negative screening criteria. Strategies vary.
Passive / index driven strategy
Only uses an investment index to direct where they can invest. Fund strategies and indices vary.
Combines norms based exclusions with other SRI criteria
Investment selection process uses internationally agreed 'norms' (e.g. United Nations Global Compact - UNGC - or the UN Sustainable Development Goals - SDGs) alongside additional SRI criteria such as positive or negative stock selection policies and/or stewardship strategies.
Norms focus
Uses internationally agreed standards, conventions and 'norms' to help direct investment decisions (e.g. the UN Global Compact, UN Sustainable Development Goals). Intended Clients & Product Options
Available via an ISA (OEIC only)
Available via a tax efficient ISA product wrapper.
Portfolio SRI / ESG options available
Only applicable for DFM’s & portfolio providers. Finds those that offer an SRI / ESG portfolio option Fund Management Company InformationAbout The Business
Diversity, equality & inclusion engagement policy (AFM companywide)
Find fund / asset management companies that encourage the companies they invest in to have strong diversity, race, gender and other equality policies across all assets held, not simply screened or themed SRI/ESG funds. (ie Asset Management company wide).
Vulnerable client policy on website (AFM companywide)
Fund / asset manager has information on their website that explains how they treat 'vulnerable clients' (as set out in FCA regulation) Collaborations & Affiliations
Investment Association (IA) member
Fund management entity is a member of the Investment Association https://www.theia.org/ Climate & Net Zero Transition
Working towards a ‘Net Zero’ commitment (AFM companywide)
Finds organisations / fund management companies that are in the process of working out how to make a ‘net zero commitment’ - meaning that when that is finalised they will have started the process of reducing their total greenhouse gas emissions to 'zero'. Sustainable, Responsible &/or ESG Policy:Responsible MPS adopts an approach that invests in companies that meet a minimum standard against a set of ESG criteria as defined by MSCI. These are referred to as ‘best-in-class’ companies. In addition, the Funds will only invest in products that exclude companies involved in controversial industries, such as firearms and tobacco production, as defined by MSCI’s Socially Responsible Investing (“SRI”) methodology. Process:For Responsible MPS, we carry a mandate to invest responsibly, the underlying funds used will be rules-based products which, wherever possible, integrate ESG as part of their process. In equities, for instance, we look to utilise products that are benchmarked to the MSCI SRI indices. The MSCI SRI methodology gives a consistent and robust approach to ESG, by excluding industries and companies with high controversy scores, then positively weighting the remaining universe according to the highest ESG rated businesses. For fixed income investments, we use various ETFs taking ESG into account where appropriate. The multi-layered approach ensures that principles are consistently being taken into account within the investment process. Firstly, a series of exclusions removes companies from controversial industries. Then, a ‘best-in-class’ ranking system means that, of the remaining companies, only those that score more highly on ESG credentials are included. SDR Labelling:Not eligible to use label (out of scope) DisclaimerWhere practical the Responsible portfolios invest in products tracking MSCI Socially Responsible Investing (SRI) indexes for equity exposure. These indexes exclude companies with certain controversial business involvements and also utilise MSCI's Environmental Social Governance (ESG) ratings and ESG Controversy assessments. For further details please see MSCI's latest SRI Indexes Methodology document. |
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