This is a series of benchmark reports providing comprehensive insights into the Australian impact investing market. Published by the Responsible Investment Association Australasia (RIAA) in partnership with different organisations for each report, this report brings together the understanding of the Australian impact investing market. The reports includes both Australian and Aotearoa’s impact investing environment.

Purpose

The purpose of this report is to document and analyse the growing impact investing market in Australia. It aims to enhance understanding among investors, asset managers, intermediaries, and policymakers about the motivations, intentions, and challenges in the sector. The report also seeks to provide a clear picture of market size, investment activity, and performance trends.

Methodology

The report is based on data collected through surveys and aggregated data from retail and wholesale impact investment products. The survey captures awareness, interest, and activity in impact investing, as well as detailed information on impact measurement and management practices. The performance study measures financial and impact outcomes over the study period.

Finance professionals can use this report to:

• Gain insights into investor behaviour and preferences in impact investing.
• Understand the current market size and growth trends.
• Benchmark their own impact investment activities against industry standards.
• Inform product development and investment strategies based on detailed market data.
• Enhance impact measurement and management practices by learning from peer experiences and challenges.

By leveraging the data and insights provided, finance professionals can better align their strategies with market trends and investor expectations, ultimately contributing to the development of a more robust and impactful investment ecosystem.