The Overview of the French Impact Investment Market 2023 report covers 66 players in the French impact investment market. In aggregate they have an AUM of €14.8bn across 153 investment vehicles. Around 80% of this capital is invested in impact organisations, mostly in Europe.

The report is developed by French GSG National Partners a collective for impact investing: FAIR - Label Finansol, FIR - Forum pour l'Investissement Responsable and France Invest. 

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The French market consists of 66 players managing €14.8 billion across 153 investment vehicles, with €11.74 billion invested in impact organisations, mainly in Europe.

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Significant growth is expected, with assets under management forecasted to reach €17.9 billion over 2024, representing a 21% increase.

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The focus on socially oriented organisations is strong, with 65% of investment vehicles primarily targeting SDGs with a social focus.

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Impact measurement practices and the risk of impact washing are identified as significant challenges by the sector.

GSG National Partner

FAIR - Label Finansol

GSG National Partner

FIR - Forum pour l'Investissement Responsable

GSG National Partner

France Invest

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