Creating Value as an Investor Skip Navigation Navigation SEARCH CHAPTER 4 Creating Value as an Investor 1 min read Jun 22, 2021 Read on for more in this Chapter Our Approach Sustainable Financing Value Creation—Investment Portfolio ESG Integration Exclusionary Investment Screens Responsible Investments Our Approach As we navigate a time of unprecedented change, we are committed to making a tangible contribution and impact in the communities where we work and live. This includes where and how we invest through our institutional investment management business, MetLife Investment Management (MIM). MIM aims to deliver risk-adjusted returns for our investors by building tailored portfolio solutions and integrating relevant environmental, social, and governance (ESG) criteria into our investment decision-making processes. Institutional investors turn to MIM for its long-established experience in combining a client-centric approach with deep asset class expertise. Focused on managing public fixed income, private capital, and real estate assets, we emphasize listening, strategizing, and constant collaboration, seeking to ensure that our investing decisions create long-term sustainable value for all. As we continue to embrace and evolve our ESG practices, we remain committed to fostering a culture of investing in, and working with, companies whose practices are consistent with our ideals. 2020 Highlights $659.6 billion Total AUM.1 As of December 31, 2020. At estimated fair value. See Explanatory Note on page 112. See here for more information regarding our responsible investments. In This Chapter Our Approach 1 min Sustainable Financing 2 mins Value Creation—Investment Portfolio 1 min ESG Integration 6 mins Exclusionary Investment Screens 1 min Responsible Investments 5 mins PREVIOUS CHAPTER Chapter 3: Protecting Our Environment 1 min NEXT CHAPTER Chapter 5: Ensuring Confidence for Our Customers 1 min Want the full report? Download for comprehensive insights and strategies. DOWNLOAD REPORT 2020 Sustainability Report 01 Strengthening our Workforce 02 Empowering our Communities 03 Protecting Our Environment 04 Creating Value as an Investor 05 Ensuring Confidence for our Customers 06 Managing Sustainably About Us Careers Investor Relations Newsroom Corporate Profile Financial Wellness Hub SUSTAINABILITY AT METLIFE CEO LETTER PROGRESS TOWARDS THE UN SDGs OUR RESPONSE TO COVID-19 RACIAL EQUITY 2020 ESG SCORECARD USA USA 1-800-METLIFE Privacy Policy Legal Notices © 2021 MetLife Services and Solutions, LLC, New York, NY 10166 - All Rights Reserved.