Nikko Asset Management Americas, Inc.

Nikko Asset Management Americas, Inc. is a U.S.-based subsidiary of the Nikko Asset Management Group, offering investment advisory services to institutional investors. With a history dating back to 1959, the firm has expanded globally, focusing on becoming a leading pan-Asian asset management group. Nikko AMA manages approximately USD 11.1 billion in assets, providing active and passive investment capabilities across equity, fixed income, and alternative asset classes. The firm's investment strategies include Japanese equities, Asia Pacific ex Japan, emerging Asia, China, multi-asset, and global equities. Nikko AMA exercises investment discretion based on client objectives and guidelines, with a commitment to maximizing value for clients. Fee arrangements are negotiable and typically based on a percentage of assets under management. The firm may also charge performance-based fees. Nikko AMA follows a Global Best Execution Policy to achieve optimal trade execution for clients. The firm's Code of Ethics emphasizes fiduciary duty, and it maintains a Privacy Policy to protect client information. Clients receive regular reporting on their portfolios, and Nikko AMA exercises voting rights on client securities in the clients' best interests. The firm's financial stability ensures the ability to meet contractual obligations. Nikko AMA prioritizes client privacy and complies with regulations to safeguard client information.