Sompo Asset Management Co., Ltd.

Overview

Established in 1986, Sompo Asset Management Co., Ltd. is a leading asset manager within the Sompo Group, focusing on Japanese assets. The company employs a consistent investment philosophy, utilizing its proprietary Yasuda-Kasai Equity Valuation System (YES) model for over 30 years, achieving generally stable returns. As a pioneer in Socially Responsible Investment (SRI), Sompo Asset Management integrates Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) factors into its investment processes. The firm's investment strategy encompasses a diverse range of asset classes, including fixed income, equity, real estate, infrastructure, private equity, and venture capital. It targets various investment stages such as growth, late stage, pre-IPO, buyout, turnaround, and distressed situations. Geographically, the firm primarily focuses on Japan, investing across multiple industries, including financial services, real estate, infrastructure, technology, healthcare, consumer goods, energy, utilities, telecommunications, transportation, materials, industrials, consumer services, media, and retail. Sompo Asset Management's commitment to responsible investment is evident in its endorsement of Japan's Stewardship Code, aiming to enhance corporate value and contribute to sustainable growth. The firm manages assets totaling approximately JPY 4,614.9 billion as of March 2025, with a dedicated team of 201 employees as of April 2025. Its parent company, Sompo Holdings, Inc., holds a 100% stake in the firm.