Sustainability

Mirae Asset Securities pursues sustainable management, as “We are committed to pioneering a sustainable future through investment and asset management” as articulated in our ESG management mission.

Overview of
ESG Policy
Frameworkework

We aim to build and fulfill sustainable environment within our company-wide business activities. To this end, Mirae Asset Securities has set out ESG management principles and medium/long-term strategies that are consistent with global ESG standards.

Overview of ESG Policy Framework
  • Mirae Asset Securities engages in diverse business activities based on the management philosophy, core values, and investment principles of Mirae Asset Financial Group. Through the global allocation of high-quality assets and robust risk management, Mirae Asset Securities is committed to empowering clients and society to create greater wealth and prepare for a comfortable future.
  • Recognizing the importance of actions that contribute to the achievement of the UN Sustainable Development Goals (UN SDGs), Mirae Asset Securities actively discloses its sustainable finance performance by business segment. Having identified shared growth as a strategic goal early on, Mirae Asset Securities has focused on creating a sustainable future through ESG investments and management, providing growth funding solutions to new growth companies, venture capitals, and innovative SMEs.
  • In collaboration with the Mirae Asset Park Hyeon Joo Foundation, Mirae Asset Securities offers scholarship and philanthropic programs. Mirae Asset Securities also seeks to close the gap in financial literacy by bringing financial education to underserved communities, including through sisterhood ties with K-12 institutions (elementary, junior high, and high schools). To promote inclusive capitalism and shared growth with local communities, Mirae Asset Securities encourages employee participation in volunteer activities that align with the corporate culture of sharing. In addition, as an owner of professional table tennis teams, Mirae Asset Securities promotes broader public participation in sports.
  • As the first company in the Korean financial sector to join the global RE100 initiative, Mirae Asset Securities plans to shift to 100 percent renewable energy by 2025, thus demonstrating its commitment to more sustainable operations and the successful transition to a low-carbon economy. By taking preemptive action to address climate change and supporting stakeholders’ efforts to achieve carbon neutrality, Mirae Asset Securities endeavors to take a leading role in the renewable energy finance market.
  • Through the ESG policy framework, Mirae Asset Securities has set a sustainable finance goal for 2025 and a medium/long-term strategic direction for the environment, society, and governance. Mirae Asset Securities will faithfully carry out its role in creating greater value for diverse stakeholders and helping to bring about a more sustainable future for society.

ESG Principles for Responsible Investment (PRI)

Mirae Asset Securities is committed to integrating Mirae Asset Financial Group’s investment principles1) and the following ESG Principles for Responsible Investment (PRI) into the entire decision-making process in which we engage in through investment and asset management.

  • Principle 1

    Mirae Asset Securities will incorporate ESG issues into investment and its decision-making process.

  • Principle 2

    Mirae Asset Securities, as a professional investment body, will faithfully undertake its role in realizing a healthy society through active engagement.

  • Principle 3

    Mirae Asset Securities will proactively seek appropriate ESG disclosures by the entities in which we invest.

  • Principle 4

    Mirae Asset Securities will work to promote acceptance and implementation of the Principles within the financial industry and the capital markets.

  • Principle 5

    Mirae Asset Securities will continue to collaborate with stakeholders to ensure the efficient implementation of the Principles.

  • Principle 6

    Mirae Asset Securities will proactively disclose our ESG-related information and progress towards the implementation of the Principles.

1) Mirae Asset Financial Group’s investment principles are as follows:

1. Mirae Asset identifies sustainable competitiveness of companies.

2. Mirae Asset invests with a long-term perspective.

3. Mirae Asset assesses investment risks with expected return.

4. Mirae Asset values a team-based approach in decision making.

Medium/Long-Term
Strategies for ESG Management

Mirae Asset Securities has set a goal to deliver KRW 45 trillion in sustainable finance by 2025. To this end, we will focus on three key areas based on our strategic priorities, fulfilling our role as a global investment company that is committed to carrying out business in a socially conscious way to help realize a sustainable future.

  • ESG Management Mission
    We are committed to pioneering a sustainable future through investment and asset management.
  • 2025 Goal
    Reach KRW45 trillion in sustainable finance2)
  • Focus Areas & Strategic Priorities
    • Governance & Accountability
      • Foster more accountable/ethical management
      • Enhance management transparency
      • Enhance risk management & identify opportunities
    • Climate Engagement
      • Expand green and low-carbon finance
      • Convert to renewable energy
      • Manage carbon emissions from investment assets
    • Inclusive Growth
      • Expand inclusive finance
      • Improve access to financial services
      • Expand ESG campaigns

    2) 2020 baseline applied; ESG investment, advisory, and underwriting services (cumulative sum), ESG-themed bonds and WM products (outstanding balance)

Three core areas for ESG management

1. Governance & Accountability
Mirae Asset Securities will enhance its capability to do business in an accountable, ethical, and transparent manner by solidifying its ESG governance system. In addition, Mirae Asset Securities will proactively disclose and communicate its progress in ESG management and establish a framework for building trust with clients, shareholders, and other stakeholders.
2.Climate Engagement
Recognizing the gravity of climate change, Mirae Asset Securities will faithfully provide investment and financial advisory services to support Korea’s successful transition to a net-zero economy by 2050.
3.Inclusive Growth
Mirae Asset Securities will actively provide investment and advisory services in a manner that supports underprivileged communities, SMEs, and start-ups and contributes to job creation. It will faithfully fulfill its social role in promoting inclusive growth by educating the financially underserved and making financial services more accessible. At the same time, Mirae Asset Securities will take the initiative in creating a corporate culture of sustainability to better society and the environment.

ESG Governance

We have established a four-level governance system to integrate ESG management into our operations, engaging in decision making on ESG policies, strategies, and risk management with an eye toward having a positive impact across the ESG spectrum.

ESG Governance
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ESG History

2016
  • 12
    • Wins the excellent organization award in the financial consumer protection sector of ''2016 Small and Medium Business Support / Eradication of Financial Fraud / Financial Consumer Protection Merit Award Ceremony"
    • Wins Korea Exchange Chairman Award in the customer satisfaction sector of "The 6th Market Leader of the Year Award"
  • 11
    • Launches the "Mirae Asset New Growth Good Firm Investment Association Trust" product in collaboration with Mirae Asset Venture Investment
  • 10
    • Incorporated into the DJSI World Index for 5 consecutive years
  • 9
    • Selected as an excellent company for "Financial Consumer Protection Practice Evaluation"
  • 6
    • Holds "Family Love Concert"
  • 5
    • Holds "Economic education for married immigrants" hosted by the Ministry of Justice
  • 4
    • Supports "Seoul Siloam Welfare Center for the Visually Impaired"
2015
  • 10
    • Incorporated into the DJSI World Index for 4 consecutive years
  • 9
    • Wins the grand prize in the customer asset management sector of "2015 Asia Today Financial Awards"
  • 1
    • Wins excellence award in the securities dispute prevention sector of "2014 Compliance Awards" awarded by Korea Exchange
2014
  • 11
    • Holds "Night of Sponsoring Manbokwon" for the intellectually handicapped in Jeonju City
  • 10
    • Incorporated into the DJSI World Index for 3 consecutive years
  • 9
    • Participates in "Happiness Education Donation Fair" hosted by the Ministry of Education
  • 5
    • Wins "Seoul's Excellent Senior Welfare Benefit Organization Award"
  • 1
    • Starts "Partners Club" service, a collaborative business model for small and medium-sized companies
2013
  • 11
    • Volunteering for "Sharing coal briquettes of love with Mirae Asset"
    • Volunteering for the 1st Haeundae-gu Welfare Fair, Sharing Love and Happy Dream Festival
  • 10
    • Incorporated into the DJSI World Index for 2 consecutive years
2012
  • 11
    • Volunteering for Environment Fall Season Climbing at Mudeung Mountain with Rainbow Emmaus, a social welfare foundation
  • 10
    • First incorporated into DJSI World Index
2011
  • 10
    • Participates in the "The 2nd Korea Social Contribution Sharing Festival"
  • 9
    • Incorporated into the DJSI Korea Index for 3 consecutive years
  • 6
    • Provides economic education to Aehyangwon, a social welfare foundation
  • 3
    • Wins Ministry of Agriculture, Food and Rural Affairs' "6th Urban-Fishing Village Exchange Award of the Year"
2010
  • 11
    • Incorporated into the DJSI Korea Index for 2 consecutive years
  • 7
    • Holds an energy saving campaign "Minus Energy, Plus Love"
  • 4
    • Participates in CDP (Carbon Disclosure Project)
    • Volunteering for foreign workers' shelter facilities
2009
  • 10
    • First incorporated into DJSI Korea Index
  • 9
    • Participates in MBC special broadcast "Financial alienation zero project, Hope Investment"
2008
  • 11
    • Volunteering for "Kimchi making for a warm winter''
  • 2
    • Volunteering for ''Delivery of rice for the elderly living alone''
  • 1
    • Carries out disaster relief activities in Taean, Chungcheongnam-do
2007
  • 12
    • Volunteering for "Food Bank Hyehwa-dong Bus Meal" and "Side Dish Sharing" hosted by Anglican Church of Korea
  • 5
    • Holds "Love fishing villages, 1-company-1-village; Parent's Day Party"
2006
  • 8
    • Publishes a sustainability report for the first time among domestic securities companies
  • 3
    • Joins UNGC (UN Global Compact)
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