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Founded in 2002, Castlefield is an award-winning investment management and financial planning business, with a reputation for being at the forefront of ethical investing. That's why we're known as the Thoughtful Investor ®

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Castlefield UK @castlefielduk.bsky.social · 09/04/2026
Protecting your personal and financial data is a key part of looking after your long‑term #prosperity. @castlefielduk.bsky.social's Nyle Yates and Olivia Shields bring together some practical #guidance to help you stay safe and secure online. www.castlefield.com/home/media/b...
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Staying Safe Online: a Practical Guide for Thoughtful Investors
Cybercrime is no longer just a technology issue; it’s an evolving risk that affects individuals and investors alike. With this in mind, we’ve brought together some practical guidance to help you stay safe online.
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Castlefield UK @castlefielduk.bsky.social · 05/03/2026
With #WorldBookDay reminding us of the power of a good book, we asked co-owners to share #climate and #environment books that have influenced them. @castlefielduk.bsky.social's Olivia Shields shares the books that have sparked conversation and inspired action. www.castlefield.com/home/media/b...
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What we’ve been reading: The Books Shaping Our Thinking on Climate and Nature
We asked co-owners to share the climate and environment books that have influenced them most, and why. These are the titles that have sparked conversations and inspired action across our team.
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Castlefield UK @castlefielduk.bsky.social · 08/01/2026
Our latest Diversity & Inclusion report: 'Belonging at Castlefield' offers an insight into the @castlefielduk.bsky.social #culture and ethos. The report details our gender pay, salary bandings, #ethnicity and #diversity. Learn more and download the report here: castlefield.com/home/about-u...
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Castlefield UK @castlefielduk.bsky.social · 08/12/2025
At @castlefielduk.bsky.social we're dedicated to making #Christmas more #sustainable and greener for everyone. This guide provides five practical tips to help you enjoy a more #ethical and environmentally friendly Christmas. www.castlefield.com/home/media/b...
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Five tips for achieving a more sustainable Christmas
Five tips for achieving a more sustainable Christmas
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Castlefield UK @castlefielduk.bsky.social · 22/10/2025
UK #sustainable finance organisation @uksif.bsky.social has published a report with #PwC on lessons from the implementation of #SDR - the FCA's sustainable #investment regulation initiative. @castlefielduk.bsky.social fund manager Callum Wells features in the report: uksif.org/uksif-pwc-re...
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UKSIF & PwC report: UK SDR and investment labels- Implementation lessons and the road ahead – UKSIF
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UK Sustainable Investment and Finance Association @uksif.bsky.social · 17/10/2025
Are you looking for a financial adviser or wealth manager who follows the Financial Advisers' and Wealth Managers' Code of Conduct and is a member of UKSIF? They can help secure your financial future. Take a look below: uksif.org/findanadviser/
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Castlefield UK @castlefielduk.bsky.social · 30/09/2025
Head of Stewardship at @castlefielduk.bsky.social Ita McMahon updates on outcomes from recent #engagement meetings with #Unilever to discuss the company’s #environmental and social targets, and concerns related to its sugar cane supply chain. #ethicalinvesting www.castlefield.com/home/media/b...
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Recent Engagement with Unilever
We engaged with Unilever on two separate occasions during Q2
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Castlefield UK @castlefielduk.bsky.social · 13/09/2025
We're absolutely delighted to have won the 'Best #ESG Provider' category at the Money Marketing awards.
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Money Marketing Awards 2025 - 2025 Winners
The Money Marketing Awards recognise the very best advisers and providers the industry has to offer. The accolades are not awarded lightly. Several rounds of shortlisting take place before the…
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Castlefield UK @castlefielduk.bsky.social · 12/09/2025
We're delighted @castlefielduk.bsky.social adviser Helen Tandy has been shortlisted in 2 categories at the #WomeninGreenBusiness Awards - Corporate #Sustainability Lead of the Year & #Investment Professional of the Year. Good luck Helen. 🤞 View finalists here: www.businessgreen.com/news/4515424...
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Women in Green Business Awards 2025: Finalists announced
Check out the full shortlist for the second annual Women in Green Business Awards
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Castlefield UK @castlefielduk.bsky.social · 05/09/2025
In this @castlefielduk.bsky.social #investment stock story, David Gorman introduces one of the largest companies in Latin America - MercadoLibre, the online ecommerce ecosystem held in our Thoughtful World Equity Fund www.castlefield.com/home/media/b... With investment, capital is at risk
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Castlefield Stock Story - MercadoLibre
David Gorman introduces MercadoLibre - the pre-eminent online commerce ecosystem in Latin America and one of the holdings in our recently launched Thoughtful World Equity Fund
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Castlefield UK @castlefielduk.bsky.social · 03/09/2025
We live in uncertain times with many geopolitical events causing havoc on global trade. @castlefielduk.bsky.social Adviser Pooja Shah outlines how to feel more confident about your #finances in the face of market #volatility castlefield.com/home/media/b...
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How you can feel more confident about your finances in the face of market volatility
This blog outlines how you can feel more confident about your finances in the face of market volatility
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Castlefield UK @castlefielduk.bsky.social · 29/08/2025
In this @CastlefieldUK Co-owner close up, Liam Blackshaw outlines a typical day in his role and how he helps turn #investment strategy into action. Liam also explains why his computer screen often resembles a 1980s retro arcade game.
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Co-owner close up - Liam Blackshaw
Co-owner close up with Liam Blackshaw
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Castlefield UK @castlefielduk.bsky.social · 28/08/2025
A common question when planning your retirement is: “How much do I need to retire comfortably?” @CastlefieldUK's Michael Owens explores recent research and explains some of the steps you could take to improve your chances of a comfortable #retirement.
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How much do I need to retire comfortably in the UK?
Can I afford to retire and how much do you need to retire comfortably in the UK?
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Castlefield UK @castlefielduk.bsky.social · 27/08/2025
In this short video, @CastlefieldUK fund manager James Buckley introduces the Thoughtful World Equity Fund, explaining our integrated Thoughtful Investor® #investment approach and what makes the fund attractive to investors. castlefield.com/home/media/v... With investment, capital is at risk
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Video: Introduction to the TM Castlefield Thoughtful World Equity Fund
Fund manager James Buckley introduces the TM Castlefield Thoughtful World Equity Fund in this video
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Castlefield UK @castlefielduk.bsky.social · 25/08/2025
Many UK investors are sleepwalking into #retirement by relying on default #pension funds. @CastlefieldUK 's Rupert Lovesy explains why default pension funds might not be working as hard as you are, and some of the steps to wake up to better outcomes.
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Default pension funds: Are you sleepwalking into retirement?
Rupert Lovesy explains why default pension funds might not be the best option and some steps you can take for better long-term outcomes
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Castlefield UK @castlefielduk.bsky.social · 21/08/2025
Geopolitical events can cause havoc on global trade and uncertainty with #investors. @CastlefieldUK Adviser Pooja Shah outlines how to feel more confident about your #finances in the face of market #volatility castlefield.com/home/media/b... With investment, capital is at risk
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How you can feel more confident about your finances in the face of market volatility
This blog outlines how you can feel more confident about your finances in the face of market volatility
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Castlefield UK @castlefielduk.bsky.social · 19/08/2025
ICYMI - @CastlefieldUK's Ita McMahon discusses how #ethical investors and responsible business practitioners are starting to address the ethics of AI in this piece for PA Future. future.portfolio-adviser.com/castlefields... With investment, capital is at risk
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Castlefield's Ita McMahon: Engaging on AI - PA Future
How are ethical investors and responsible business practitioners starting to address the ethics of AI?
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Castlefield UK @castlefielduk.bsky.social · 18/08/2025
Recent attacks on M&S and the Co-op highlight the growing threat of #cybercrime. In this latest @CastlefieldUK stock story, David Gorman introduces Manchester-based NCC Group who are working hard to combat it. www.castlefield.com/home/media/b... With investment, capital is at risk
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Castlefield Stock Story - NCC Group
We're Castlefield, an investment management and financial planning business at the forefront of ethical investing. That's why we're known as Thoughtful Investor ®
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Castlefield UK @castlefielduk.bsky.social · 18/08/2025
High #inflation should be a wake-up call for long-term savers as it affects your spending power and means it's more expensive to buy the same things. @CastlefieldUK adviser Thomas McCoy explains more and offers ways to combat some of its effects.
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High Inflation – A Wake-Up Call for Savers
Thomas McCoy explains why high inflation should be a wake-up call for long-term savers
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Castlefield UK @castlefielduk.bsky.social · 15/08/2025
In this co-owner close up, @castlefielduk.bsky.social 's Liam Blackshaw outlines a typical day in his role and how he helps turn #investment strategy into action. He also explains why his computer screen often resembles a retro video arcade game. castlefield.com/home/media/o...
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Co-owner close up - Liam Blackshaw
Co-owner close up with Liam Blackshaw
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Castlefield UK @castlefielduk.bsky.social · 14/08/2025
How are #ethical investors and responsible business practitioners starting to address the #ethics of #AI? @castlefielduk.bsky.social's Ita McMahon discusses how they're engaging with AI in this piece for PA Future. future.portfolio-adviser.com/castlefields... With investment, capital is at risk
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Castlefield's Ita McMahon: Engaging on AI - PA Future
How are ethical investors and responsible business practitioners starting to address the ethics of AI?
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Castlefield UK @castlefielduk.bsky.social · 07/08/2025
Advice should be "grounded in ethics with a passion for people". @castlefielduk.bsky.social financial adviser Olivia Bowen features in this '51 for 51' interview with Simoney Kyriakou at #FTAdviser. #Ethical #ThoughtfulInvestor #Castlefield www.ftadviser.com/2025/8/7/51-...
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51 for 51: Advice should be ‘grounded in ethics with a passion for people’
When Olivia Bowen received her Personal Finance Society Investment Specialist of the Year award in 2017, she was elated and surprised.
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Castlefield UK @castlefielduk.bsky.social · 06/08/2025
We live in uncertain times with many #climate and geopolitical events causing havoc on global trade. @castlefielduk.bsky.social's Pooja Shah explains how to feel confident about #finances in the face of market #volatility www.castlefield.com/home/media/b... With investing, capital is at risk
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How you can feel more confident about your finances in the face of market volatility
This blog outlines how you can feel more confident about your finances in the face of market volatility
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Castlefield UK @castlefielduk.bsky.social · 05/08/2025
In this video, @castlefielduk.bsky.social #investment manager James Buckley introduces our Thoughtful World Equity Fund, explaining our integrated Thoughtful Investor® approach and what makes the fund attractive to investors www.castlefield.com/home/media/v... With investment, capital is at risk
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Video: Introduction to the TM Castlefield Thoughtful World Equity Fund
Fund manager James Buckley introduces the TM Castlefield Thoughtful World Equity Fund in this video
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Castlefield UK @castlefielduk.bsky.social · 04/08/2025
Today saw the launch of @castlefielduk.bsky.social's #Thoughtful World Equity Fund - a new global #equity fund reflecting our aim to directly access #investment opportunities wherever they’re listed in the world. With investing, capital is at risk Learn more: www.castlefield.com/home/media/n...
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Castlefield announces launch of Thoughtful World Equity Fund
We're Castlefield, an investment management and financial planning business at the forefront of ethical investing. That's why we're known as Thoughtful Investor ®
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Castlefield UK @castlefielduk.bsky.social · 28/07/2025
Many #investors are sleepwalking into #retirement by relying on default #pension funds. @castlefielduk.bsky.social's Rupert Lovesy explains why default pension funds might not be working as hard as you are, and some of the steps to wake up to better outcomes. www.castlefield.com/home/media/b...
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Default pension funds: Are you sleepwalking into retirement?
We're Castlefield, an investment management and financial planning business at the forefront of ethical investing. That's why we're known as Thoughtful Investor ®
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Castlefield UK @castlefielduk.bsky.social · 25/07/2025
Higher #inflation means your buying power is falling and you need more #money to buy the same things. @castlefielduk.bsky.social's Thomas McCoy explains why high inflation should be a wake-up call for savers, and how #diversification can help combat its effects. www.castlefield.com/home/media/b...
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High Inflation – A Wake-Up Call for Savers
Thomas McCoy explains why high inflation should be a wake-up call for long-term savers
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Castlefield UK @castlefielduk.bsky.social · 24/07/2025
Reacting emotionally to the latest headline in the news can be costly. @castlefielduk.bsky.social Adviser Pooja Shah outlines how you can feel more confident about your #finances in the face of market #volatility www.castlefield.com/home/media/b... With investment, capital at risk
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How you can feel more confident about your finances in the face of market volatility
We're Castlefield, an investment management and financial planning business at the forefront of ethical investing. That's why we're known as Thoughtful Investor ®
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Castlefield UK @castlefielduk.bsky.social · 18/07/2025
Banks are often criticised but they are central to our financial system and a healthy economy. In this latest @castlefielduk.bsky.social stock story, #Investment Analyst David Gorman introduces Italian bank UniCredit. www.castlefield.com/home/media/b... With investment, capital is at risk
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Castlefield Stock Story - UniCredit
We're Castlefield, an investment management and financial planning business at the forefront of ethical investing. That's why we're known as Thoughtful Investor ®
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Castlefield UK @castlefielduk.bsky.social · 01/07/2025
Lifetime ISAs were designed to help young adults save for their first home or #retirement and offer a 25% government bonus. But who are LISAs designed for and is there a catch to free government money? Castlefield's Rupert Lovesy explains more here:
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Are Lifetime ISAs really worth it?
We're Castlefield, an investment management and financial planning business at the forefront of ethical investing. That's why we're known as Thoughtful Investor ®
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Castlefield UK @castlefielduk.bsky.social · 27/06/2025
We're delighted to receive so many testimonials from @castlefielduk.bsky.social clients. You can learn more about how we've helped clients #invest #ethically here: www.castlefield.com/home/thought... With investment, capital is at risk
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Castlefield UK @castlefielduk.bsky.social · 18/06/2025
Delighted that @castlefielduk.bsky.social will be sponsoring the Northern Sustainability Summit 2025. If you’re curious about all things #sustainable and interested in furthering your #sustainability journey, register for a free ticket here: bit.ly/4kMPk4U We look forward to seeing you there!
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Castlefield UK @castlefielduk.bsky.social · 17/06/2025
ICYMI - Castlefield’s Olivia Bowen discusses responsible #investing, developing deeper relationships with clients, and bringing your personal #ethics to work in this Q&A for Portfolio Adviser portfolio-adviser.com/wealth-manag...
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Wealth manager Q&A with Olivia Bowen: Be in tune with your values | Portfolio Adviser
Castlefield’s Olivia Bowen on responsible investing, fostering deeper relationships with clients for the good of society and bringing your personal ethics with you to work
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Castlefield UK @castlefielduk.bsky.social · 14/06/2025
Castlefield #ethical funds have been recognised as 'Best Buys' in Ethical Consumer's 'Ethical Investment Funds Guide' - following a review of #sustainable, #ethical and #ESG funds. Learn more about the 'Best Buy' scheme and Castlefield's #thoughtful funds here: With investment, capital at risk
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Castlefield recognised as 'Best Buy' for ethical investment funds
We're Castlefield, an investment management and financial planning business at the forefront of ethical investing. That's why we're known as Thoughtful Investor ®
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Castlefield UK @castlefielduk.bsky.social · 13/06/2025
We're pleased to announce Castlefield will be hosting our Charity Summer Seminar in Central Manchester on 3 July. So if you're a #trustee or involved with running a #charity, click for more details: www.castlefield.com/home/media/e...
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Castlefield Charity Summer Seminar 2025
We're Castlefield, an investment management and financial planning business at the forefront of ethical investing. That's why we're known as Thoughtful Investor ®
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Castlefield UK @castlefielduk.bsky.social · 10/06/2025
In this Core Values piece for Portfolio Adviser magazine, @castlefielduk.bsky.social #ethical adviser Olivia Bowen discusses #responsibleinvesting, fair #tax and bringing your values to work with you. markallen.mydigitalpublication.co.uk/publication/... With investment, capital is at risk
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Castlefield UK @castlefielduk.bsky.social · 09/06/2025
We're pleased to announce that @castlefielduk.bsky.social has been shortlisted in the "Best ESG Provider" category at the upcoming #MoneyMarketingAwards 2025. Thank you @moneymarketing.bsky.social www.castlefield.com/home/media/a...
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Castlefield Named Finalist for ‘Best ESG Provider’ at 2025 Money Marketing Awards
Castlefield has been named as a finalist for ‘Best ESG Provider’ at the 2025 Money Marketing Awards
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Castlefield UK @castlefielduk.bsky.social · 04/06/2025
We're delighted to see @castlefielduk.bsky.social feature so prominently in #Ethical Consumer Magazine's 'Ethical #Investment Funds' guide - recommended as one of the Best Buys. www.ethicalconsumer.org/sites/defaul... With Investment, capital is at risk
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Preview of Ethical Consumer, Issue 215, July/Aug 2025
ethicalconsumer.org 15 Funds which use a blend of the above approaches. Funds which aim to invest in assets that are environmentally and/or socially
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Castlefield UK @castlefielduk.bsky.social · 02/06/2025
In this piece for UK #Sustainable Investment & Finance Association (UKSIF), Castlefield #investment analyst Barney Timson introduces two recent examples of active #engagement with portfolio companies ahead of their AGMs.
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Strengthening remuneration practices through active stewardshipBarney Timson, Assistant Investment Analyst, Castlefield – UKSIF
Barney Timson, Assistant Investment Analyst, Castlefield
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Castlefield UK @castlefielduk.bsky.social · 02/06/2025
Our Thoughtful Investor® Approach integrates three important elements to meet the needs and values of our clients. @castlefielduk.bsky.social Founder John Eckersley explains more about our proprietary #ethical #investment approach in this short video. castlefield.com/home/media/v...
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Video: Our Thoughtful Investor Approach
Castlefield Founder John Eckersley explains our proprietary Thoughtful Investor Approach
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Castlefield UK @castlefielduk.bsky.social · 30/05/2025
If you'd like a snapshot of the @castlefielduk.bsky.social Annual #Stewardship Report, this "at a glance" provides a short summary, with links to #investment case studies and articles in the full report - so you can quickly find out more! Get your copy now: www.castlefield.com/media/zi1b3p...
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Castlefield UK @castlefielduk.bsky.social · 22/05/2025
Our latest @castlefielduk.bsky.social stock story features an automotive testing company whose services help develop vehicles that are safer, more efficient and more #sustainable. David Gorman introduces AB Dynamics. www.castlefield.com/home/media/b... With investment, capital at risk.
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Castlefield Stock Story - AB Dynamics
Castlefield Investment Analyst David Gorman introduces AB Dynamics - the automotive testing company at the forefront of vehicle safety.
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Castlefield UK @castlefielduk.bsky.social · 15/05/2025
Our latest Annual Stewardship Report is available now! You'll find details of our Thoughtful Investor approach and #sustainability metrics for our Thoughtful Fund range, plus collaborative #engagement case studies and update on #stewardship activities. www.castlefield.com/home/annual-...
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Castlefield UK @castlefielduk.bsky.social · 09/05/2025
Our #ethical approach to #investment integrates three elements - all are necessary, in our view, to meet the needs and values of our clients. In this video, @castlefielduk.bsky.social Founder John Eckersley explains our proprietary Thoughtful Investor Approach. www.castlefield.com/home/media/v...
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Video: Our Thoughtful Investor Approach
Castlefield Founder John Eckersley explains our proprietary Thoughtful Investor Approach
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Castlefield UK @castlefielduk.bsky.social · 08/05/2025
In this piece for PA Future, Castlefield's Ita McMahon shares her reasons for remaining optimistic about investee firms' green commitments. Read the article here: future.portfolio-adviser.com/views-from-t... With investment, capital at risk
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Views from the stewardship front line: Why there's reason for optimism - PA Future
Castlefield's Ita McMahon outlines her reasons for remaining optimistic about investee firms' green commitments
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Castlefield UK @castlefielduk.bsky.social · 07/05/2025
In this #Tax & #Pensions Clinic for Investors Chronicle, @castlefielduk.bsky.social's Olivia Bowen responds to a reader's query over the sale of a sports memorabilia collection and how profits will be taxed. Subscription required to read full article: www.investorschronicle.co.uk/content/2bb9...
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‘How will my sports memorabilia profits be taxed?’
Tax & Pensions Clinic: One reader has a collection to sell, and another one wants to know how much tax-free cash he is entitled to
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Castlefield UK @castlefielduk.bsky.social · 06/05/2025
We're delighted to publish the @castlefielduk.bsky.social Annual Stewardship Report. You'll find details of our Thoughtful Investor approach and performance of the #Sustainability Metrics for our Thoughtful Fund range plus #engagement & #stewardship case studies castlefield.com/home/media/n...
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Launch of latest Annual Stewardship Report
We're delighted to announce the latest Annual Stewardship Report launch
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Castlefield UK @castlefielduk.bsky.social · 26/04/2025
In this engagement piece, Castlefield Partner Ita McMahon updates on the meeting with Unicredit's Investor Relations team ahead of its AGM, to better understand their fossil fuel lending and plans to reduce lending to high carbon sectors. www.castlefield.com/home/media/b...
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Castlefield UK @castlefielduk.bsky.social · 25/04/2025
Head of Stewardship at @castlefielduk.bsky.social Ita McMahon, features in this piece for InsiderNW about how socially responsible investment is re-writing the rulebook with #investment and #wealth management.
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Clients want this | North West Business Insider May 2025 | Insider Media
Magazine Article from North West Business Insider May 2025: How socially responsible investment is re-writing the rulebook with investment and wealth management.
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Castlefield UK @castlefielduk.bsky.social · 24/04/2025
In an industry dominated by large American companies, SAP is a rare #technology giant born and raised in Europe. #Investment Analyst David Gorman discusses how the German technology business is assisting customers in making the most of #AI capabilities.  www.castlefield.com/home/media/b...
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